Karanwas - Khanpur, Jhalawar
Karanwas is a village situated in the Khanpur tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khanpur and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Karanwas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanwas is 103967. The village covers a total geographical area of 1194 hectares and falls under the 326035 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Karanwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanwas
As per Census 2011, Karanwas village has a total population of 1,192 people, consisting of 618 males and 574 females. The village has 245 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 689 literate and 503 illiterate residents. Additionally, 241 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 98 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,192 | 618 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 95 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 127 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 50 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 689 | 443 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 503 | 175 | 328 |
Nearby Villages of Karanwas
Karanwas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambala | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Deori | North | 2.61 km |
| Baldeo Pura | East | 2.62 km |
| Malooni | West | 3.30 km |
| Malan Wasa | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Sarthala | North-East | 3.91 km |
| Bislai | North | 4.15 km |
| Taraj | South-East | 4.16 km |
| Dadiya | North | 4.57 km |
| Dhagariya | West | 4.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanwas
Karanwas is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Salpura, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aklera to Karanwas is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Karanwas is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karanwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karanwas
Where is Karanwas located?
Karanwas village is located in Khanpur Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanwas?
Karanwas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karanwas?
The pincode of Karanwas is 326035.
What is the population of Karanwas?
Karanwas has a total population of 1,192, including 618 males and 574 females.
How many households are there in Karanwas?
There are 245 households in Karanwas.
What is the literacy rate in Karanwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanwas is 57.80%. Male literacy is 71.68% and female literacy is 42.86%.