Karnau Village - Mahavan, Mathura
Karnau is a village situated in the Mahavan tehsil of Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahavan and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Mathura. Fatehpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karnau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karnau is 124188. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.76 hectares and falls under the 281301 pincode. Baldeo is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Karnau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baldev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karnau
As per Census 2011, Karnau village has a total population of 745 people, consisting of 399 males and 346 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 512 literate and 233 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karnau are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 745 | 399 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 63 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 51 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 512 | 307 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 92 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Karnau
Karnau 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fatehpura | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Selkhera | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Bhartiya | North-East | 1.99 km |
| Kachnau | South | 2.08 km |
| Patlauni | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Pachawari | East | 2.68 km |
| Jadaupur | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Bhuraki | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Barauli | South | 3.78 km |
| Birona | North-West | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karnau
Karnau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Farah Town, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baldeo to Karnau is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mathura to Karnau is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karnau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karnau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karnau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karnau 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 Karnau
Where is Karnau located?
Karnau village is located in Mahavan Tehsil, Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karnau?
The Gram Panchayat of Karnau is Fatehpura.
What is the pincode of Karnau?
The pincode of Karnau is 281301.
What is the population of Karnau?
Karnau has a total population of 745, including 399 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Karnau?
There are 117 households in Karnau.
What is the literacy rate in Karnau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karnau is 68.72%. Male literacy is 76.94% and female literacy is 59.25%.