Karunda - Chhoti Sadri, Pratapgarh
Karunda is a village situated in the Chhoti Sadri tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhoti Sadri and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Karunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karunda is 108269. The village covers a total geographical area of 1733.1 hectares and falls under the 312604 pincode. Chhoti Sadri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Karunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karunda
As per Census 2011, Karunda village has a total population of 3,517 people, consisting of 1,809 males and 1,708 females. The village has 689 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 432 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,236 literate and 1,281 illiterate residents. Additionally, 390 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 117 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,517 | 1,809 | 1,708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 230 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 390 | 187 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 68 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 2,236 | 1,404 | 832 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,281 | 405 | 876 |
Nearby Villages of Karunda
Karunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chaprol | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Chah Kheri | North | 3.24 km |
| Semarthali | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Jal Mindi | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Gothra | South | 3.81 km |
| Semarda | South | 3.86 km |
| Charliya | East | 3.90 km |
| Bhat Khera | East | 4.12 km |
| Gagrol | South-East | 4.14 km |
| Harmatiya Kundal | West | 4.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karunda
Karunda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bisalwas Kalan, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Chhoti Sadri to Karunda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pratapgarh to Karunda is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karunda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karunda
Where is Karunda located?
Karunda village is located in Chhoti Sadri Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karunda?
Karunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karunda?
The pincode of Karunda is 312604.
What is the population of Karunda?
Karunda has a total population of 3,517, including 1,809 males and 1,708 females.
How many households are there in Karunda?
There are 689 households in Karunda.
What is the literacy rate in Karunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karunda is 63.58%. Male literacy is 77.61% and female literacy is 48.71%.