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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Karanpur village had a total population of 836 people, including 381 males and 455 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 1,194 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.00%, with male literacy at 75.16% and female literacy at 58.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153.
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 | 836 | 381 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 71 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 73 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 836, including 381 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Karanpur?
Karanpur had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanpur was 66.00%. Male literacy was 75.16% and female literacy was 58.78%.