Karanpur - Sapotra, Karauli
Karanpur is a village situated in the Sapotra tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sapotra and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Karauli. Karanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanpur is 077046. The village covers a total geographical area of 865.18 hectares and falls under the 322243 pincode. Karauli is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Karanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sapotra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanpur
As per Census 2011, Karanpur village has a total population of 3,499 people, consisting of 1,898 males and 1,601 females. The village has 666 households and a sex ratio of 843 females per 1,000 males. There are 628 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,524 literate and 1,975 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,028 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 744 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,499 | 1,898 | 1,601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 628 | 348 | 280 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,028 | 527 | 501 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 744 | 430 | 314 |
| Literate Population | 1,524 | 1,026 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,975 | 872 | 1,103 |
Nearby Villages of Karanpur
Karanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kankra | West | 1.85 km |
| Kapoor Khera | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Ghusai | East | 2.50 km |
| Dangariya | South | 2.65 km |
| Dongri | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Mahal Dhankri | North-West | 3.91 km |
| Karai | North-East | 4.83 km |
| Kamokhari | South-West | 5.20 km |
| Syarda | South-East | 5.52 km |
| Nanpur | West | 5.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanpur
Karanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sillipur, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Karauli to Karanpur is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanpur 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 Karanpur
Where is Karanpur located?
Karanpur village is located in Sapotra Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanpur?
Karanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karanpur?
The pincode of Karanpur is 322243.
What is the population of Karanpur?
Karanpur has a total population of 3,499, including 1,898 males and 1,601 females.
How many households are there in Karanpur?
There are 666 households in Karanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Karanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanpur is 43.56%. Male literacy is 54.06% and female literacy is 31.11%.