Karanpur - Harraiya, Basti
Karanpur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Karanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanpur is 179072. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.16 hectares and falls under the 272127 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanpur
As per Census 2011, Karanpur village has a total population of 836 people, consisting of 381 males and 455 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 1,194 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 464 literate and 372 illiterate residents. Additionally, 153 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 836 | 381 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 71 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 73 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 233 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 148 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Karanpur
Karanpur 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 Karanpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Karanpur. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Karanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Karanpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 Harraiya Tehsil, Basti 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 272127.
What is the population of Karanpur?
Karanpur has a total population of 836, including 381 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Karanpur?
There are 140 households in Karanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Karanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanpur is 55.50%. Male literacy is 61.15% and female literacy is 50.77%.