Karanpur - Fatehpur, Bara Banki
Karanpur is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehpur and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Karanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanpur is 164214. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.28 hectares and falls under the 225304 pincode. Suratgang is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Karanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kursi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Karanpur village had a total population of 563 people, including 297 males and 266 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.71%, with male literacy at 82.03% and female literacy at 57.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 299.
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 | 563 | 297 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 41 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 153 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 210 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 87 | 138 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Budhanpur | South-West | 0.74 km |
| Mamata Mau | North-East | 0.75 km |
| Maraucha Ishwari Singh | North-West | 1.15 km |
| Sikohana | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Richhala | North | 1.49 km |
| Basauli | West | 1.58 km |
| Baraiya | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Richhali | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Satmohni | South | 1.90 km |
| Phoolpur | East | 2.02 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 Sundhiamau, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Suratgang to Karanpur is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Karanpur is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karanpur
Where is Karanpur located?
Karanpur village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, 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 225304.
What is the population of Karanpur?
Karanpur had a total population of 563, including 297 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Karanpur?
Karanpur had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanpur was 70.71%. Male literacy was 82.03% and female literacy was 57.66%.