Karanpur - Shikohabad, Firozabad
Karanpur is a village situated in the Shikohabad tehsil of Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shikohabad and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Firozabad. Karanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanpur is 126022. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.25 hectares and falls under the 283152 pincode.
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 Shikohabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Karanpur village had a total population of 1,835 people, including 990 males and 845 females, living in 328 households. The sex ratio was 854 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.88%, with male literacy at 86.80% and female literacy at 56.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 1,835 | 990 | 845 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 149 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,150 | 730 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 685 | 260 | 425 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salempur Chakra | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Nasirpur | East | 1.44 km |
| Dhanpura | North-West | 1.46 km |
| Gospur | East | 1.54 km |
| Haibatpur Karkha | West | 1.81 km |
| Sujawalpur | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Atapur | South | 1.98 km |
| Tatarpur | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Nagla Rama | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Ababakapur | South-East | 2.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanpur
Karanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shikohabad Jn, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Firozabad to Karanpur is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karanpur
Where is Karanpur located?
Karanpur village is located in Shikohabad Tehsil, Firozabad 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 283152.
What is the population of Karanpur?
Karanpur had a total population of 1,835, including 990 males and 845 females.
How many households are there in Karanpur?
Karanpur had 328 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanpur was 72.88%. Male literacy was 86.80% and female literacy was 56.99%.