16 O - Karanpur, Ganganagar
16 O is a village situated in the Karanpur tehsil of Ganganagar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanpur and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Ganganagar. 15 O serves as the Gram Panchayat for 16 O village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of 16 O is 064210. The village covers a total geographical area of 326.1 hectares and falls under the 335073 pincode. Karanpur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
16 O village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of 16 O
According to the 2011 Census, 16 O village had a total population of 408 people, including 207 males and 201 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.27%, with male literacy at 79.41% and female literacy at 60.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 310.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 408 | 207 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 158 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 135 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 72 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of 16 O
16 O is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| 17 S | South-West | 1.02 km |
| 15 O | East | 1.16 km |
| 40 H-a | North-West | 1.76 km |
| 14 O | East | 1.88 km |
| 40 H-b | West | 2.18 km |
| 20 O (rural) | South | 2.32 km |
| 31 H | North | 2.40 km |
| 19 O | West | 2.93 km |
| 9 O | East | 2.97 km |
| 39 H | North-West | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of 16 O
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the 16 O. The nearest railway station is Shri Karanpur, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 170.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanpur to 16 O is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ganganagar to 16 O is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in 16 O
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 16 O village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in 16 O
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving 16 O village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about 16 O
Where is 16 O located?
16 O village is located in Karanpur Tehsil, Ganganagar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of 16 O?
The Gram Panchayat of 16 O is 15 O.
What is the pincode of 16 O?
The pincode of 16 O is 335073.
What is the population of 16 O?
16 O had a total population of 408, including 207 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in 16 O?
16 O had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in 16 O?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of 16 O was 70.27%. Male literacy was 79.41% and female literacy was 60.74%.