Karnisar - Shergarh, Jodhpur
Karnisar is a village situated in the Shergarh tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shergarh and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Bhandu Jati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karnisar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karnisar is 085475. The village covers a total geographical area of 1398 hectares and falls under the 342021 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Karnisar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karnisar
According to the 2011 Census, Karnisar village had a total population of 539 people, including 288 males and 251 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.00%, with male literacy at 72.77% and female literacy at 29.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 159, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 82.
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 | 539 | 288 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 53 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 86 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 230 | 171 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 117 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Karnisar
Karnisar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karnisar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Karnisar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jodhpur to Karnisar is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karnisar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karnisar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karnisar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karnisar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karnisar
Where is Karnisar located?
Karnisar village is located in Shergarh Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karnisar?
The Gram Panchayat of Karnisar is Bhandu Jati.
What is the pincode of Karnisar?
The pincode of Karnisar is 342021.
What is the population of Karnisar?
Karnisar had a total population of 539, including 288 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Karnisar?
Karnisar had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karnisar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karnisar was 53.00%. Male literacy was 72.77% and female literacy was 29.65%.