Rajpur Karan - Tirwa, Kannauj
Rajpur Karan is a village situated in the Tirwa tehsil of Kannauj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirwa and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Kannauj. Rajpur Karana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajpur Karan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpur Karan is 147197. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.46 hectares and falls under the 209728 pincode. Kannauj is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Rajpur Karan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tirwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kannauj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpur Karan
As per Census 2011, Rajpur Karan village has a total population of 1,341 people, consisting of 701 males and 640 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 705 literate and 636 illiterate residents. Additionally, 315 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajpur Karan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,341 | 701 | 640 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 100 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 167 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 705 | 443 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 636 | 258 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Rajpur Karan
Rajpur Karan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rasool Pur | South-West | 0.96 km |
| Hamir Pur | South | 1.21 km |
| Arho (aroh) | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Airaho | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Bhatura | South | 2.10 km |
| Reri | West | 2.37 km |
| Chikan Pur | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Udaitapur | North | 2.71 km |
| Karhi (karri) | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Adampur Umed | North | 3.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rajpur Karan
Rajpur Karan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Achalda, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kannauj to Rajpur Karan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kannauj to Rajpur Karan is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajpur Karan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajpur Karan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rajpur Karan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajpur Karan 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 Rajpur Karan
Where is Rajpur Karan located?
Rajpur Karan village is located in Tirwa Tehsil, Kannauj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajpur Karan?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajpur Karan is Rajpur Karana.
What is the pincode of Rajpur Karan?
The pincode of Rajpur Karan is 209728.
What is the population of Rajpur Karan?
Rajpur Karan has a total population of 1,341, including 701 males and 640 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur Karan?
There are 220 households in Rajpur Karan.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur Karan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpur Karan is 52.57%. Male literacy is 63.20% and female literacy is 40.94%.