Karanga Chhota - Fatehpur, Sikar
Karanga Chhota is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Sikar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehpur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Sikar. Karanga Bara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanga Chhota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanga Chhota is 081279. The village covers a total geographical area of 989.74 hectares and falls under the 332301 pincode. Fatehpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Karanga Chhota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhunjhunu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanga Chhota
As per Census 2011, Karanga Chhota village has a total population of 2,241 people, consisting of 1,117 males and 1,124 females. The village has 400 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,372 literate and 869 illiterate residents. Additionally, 384 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanga Chhota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,241 | 1,117 | 1,124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 155 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 384 | 193 | 191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,372 | 830 | 542 |
| Illiterate Population | 869 | 287 | 582 |
Nearby Villages of Karanga Chhota
Karanga Chhota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bheekamsara | East | 2.10 km |
| Karanga Bara | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Naya Bas | South-East | 3.65 km |
| Biraniya | North-West | 3.92 km |
| Mandela Bara | North-East | 3.94 km |
| Mardatoo Chhoti | South-West | 4.42 km |
| Thithawata Peeran | North | 4.50 km |
| Bibipur Chhota | South-East | 4.71 km |
| Thithawata Bodiya | North-West | 5.27 km |
| Sardarpura | North-East | 5.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanga Chhota
Karanga Chhota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Fatehpur Shekhawati, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 123.1 km.
| 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 Fatehpur to Karanga Chhota is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sikar to Karanga Chhota is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanga Chhota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanga Chhota 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 Karanga Chhota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanga Chhota 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karanga Chhota
Where is Karanga Chhota located?
Karanga Chhota village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Sikar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanga Chhota?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanga Chhota is Karanga Bara.
What is the pincode of Karanga Chhota?
The pincode of Karanga Chhota is 332301.
What is the population of Karanga Chhota?
Karanga Chhota has a total population of 2,241, including 1,117 males and 1,124 females.
How many households are there in Karanga Chhota?
There are 400 households in Karanga Chhota.
What is the literacy rate in Karanga Chhota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanga Chhota is 61.22%. Male literacy is 74.31% and female literacy is 48.22%.