Karangarh - Toonga, Jaipur
Karangarh is a village situated in the Toonga tehsil of Jaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from Bassi and around 45 km from Jaipur. Karangarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karangarh is 080810. The village covers a total geographical area of 161 hectares and falls under the 303302 pincode. Jaipur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Karangarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bassi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dausa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karangarh
As per Census 2011, Karangarh village has a total population of 516 people, consisting of 277 males and 239 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 337 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 49 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karangarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 516 | 277 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 39 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 207 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 70 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Karangarh
Karangarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandpura | North-West | 0.68 km |
| Kelyawala | East | 0.80 km |
| Kanwarpura | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Morandi | West | 1.36 km |
| Kundanpura | South | 1.62 km |
| Nagrajpura | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Chak Toonga | East | 2.16 km |
| Chak Naradpura | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Doobli | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Chapriya | North-West | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karangarh
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Karangarh. The nearest railway station is Jhir, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.0 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 Jaipur to Karangarh is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karangarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karangarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karangarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karangarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karangarh
Where is Karangarh located?
Karangarh village is located in Toonga Tehsil, Jaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karangarh?
Karangarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karangarh?
The pincode of Karangarh is 303302.
What is the population of Karangarh?
Karangarh has a total population of 516, including 277 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Karangarh?
There are 81 households in Karangarh.
What is the literacy rate in Karangarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karangarh is 65.31%. Male literacy is 74.73% and female literacy is 54.39%.