Karanpur - Maharajganj, Rae Bareli
Karanpur is a village situated in the Maharajganj tehsil of Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maharajganj and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Rae Bareli. Karanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanpur is 143839. The village covers a total geographical area of 322.05 hectares and falls under the 229303 pincode. Rae Bareli is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Karanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Karanpur village had a total population of 4,171 people, including 2,166 males and 2,005 females, living in 791 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.74%, with male literacy at 81.19% and female literacy at 57.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,279.
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 | 4,171 | 2,166 | 2,005 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 619 | 353 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,279 | 649 | 630 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,477 | 1,472 | 1,005 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,694 | 694 | 1,000 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Peerun | North-West | 1.17 km |
| Seri | South | 1.66 km |
| Rai Mau | East | 1.79 km |
| Oee | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Umarpur | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Khairhani | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Datauli | South | 3.02 km |
| Atara | East | 3.16 km |
| Malikpur Saraiya | North | 3.97 km |
| Kanhat | South | 3.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanpur
Karanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kuneanganj, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rae Bareli to Karanpur is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rae Bareli to Karanpur 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karanpur
Where is Karanpur located?
Karanpur village is located in Maharajganj Tehsil, Rae Bareli 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 229303.
What is the population of Karanpur?
Karanpur had a total population of 4,171, including 2,166 males and 2,005 females.
How many households are there in Karanpur?
Karanpur had 791 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanpur was 69.74%. Male literacy was 81.19% and female literacy was 57.79%.