Karan Pur - Thakurdwara, Moradabad
Karan Pur is a village situated in the Thakurdwara tehsil of Moradabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thakurdwara and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Moradabad. Karan Pur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karan Pur is 114651. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.83 hectares and falls under the 244401 pincode. Thakurdwara is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Karan Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thkurdwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Moradabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karan Pur
According to the 2011 Census, Karan Pur village had a total population of 1,656 people, including 891 males and 765 females, living in 293 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.62%, with male literacy at 85.79% and female literacy at 63.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 1,656 | 891 | 765 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 131 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,064 | 652 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 592 | 239 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Karan Pur
Karan Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manpur Talluka Salarpur (m.s.t | West | 0.91 km |
| Salar Pur | South | 0.91 km |
| Hajinagala (m.s.t) | South-West | 1.14 km |
| Aliabad Sadik (m.s.t) Hal | North | 1.26 km |
| Hajinagala (a.h.t) | West | 1.53 km |
| Aliabad Hal (m.s.t) | North | 1.67 km |
| Mirzapur Talluka Salarpur | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Manpur Talluka Salarpur (a.h.t | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Adalpur | South | 1.77 km |
| Peepli Umarpur | North-East | 1.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karan Pur
Karan Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kanth, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thakurdwara to Karan Pur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Moradabad to Karan Pur is about 35 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 Karan Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karan Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karan Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karan Pur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karan Pur
Where is Karan Pur located?
Karan Pur village is located in Thakurdwara Tehsil, Moradabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karan Pur?
Karan Pur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karan Pur?
The pincode of Karan Pur is 244401.
What is the population of Karan Pur?
Karan Pur had a total population of 1,656, including 891 males and 765 females.
How many households are there in Karan Pur?
Karan Pur had 293 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karan Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karan Pur was 75.62%. Male literacy was 85.79% and female literacy was 63.68%.