Karanjot - Mehdawal, Sant Kabir Nagar
Karanjot is a village situated in the Mehdawal tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehdawal and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Sant Kabir Nagar. Karanjot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanjot is 181990. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.56 hectares and falls under the 272177 pincode. Sant Kabir Nagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Karanjot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karanjot
According to the 2011 Census, Karanjot village had a total population of 1,395 people, including 654 males and 741 females, living in 230 households. The sex ratio was 1,133 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.34%, with male literacy at 70.28% and female literacy at 55.74%.
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 | 1,395 | 654 | 741 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 146 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 697 | 357 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 698 | 297 | 401 |
Nearby Villages of Karanjot
Karanjot is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karanjot
Karanjot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Karanjot is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Karanjot is about 32 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 Karanjot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanjot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karanjot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanjot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Karanjot
Where is Karanjot located?
Karanjot village is located in Mehdawal Tehsil, Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanjot?
Karanjot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karanjot?
The pincode of Karanjot is 272177.
What is the population of Karanjot?
Karanjot had a total population of 1,395, including 654 males and 741 females.
How many households are there in Karanjot?
Karanjot had 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanjot was 62.34%. Male literacy was 70.28% and female literacy was 55.74%.