Karan Khera - Mahmudabad, Sitapur
Karan Khera is a village situated in the Mahmudabad tehsil of Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahmudabad and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sitapur. Kanj Khera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karan Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karan Khera is 138604. The village covers a total geographical area of 224.72 hectares and falls under the 261204 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Karan Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahmoodabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karan Khera
As per Census 2011, Karan Khera village has a total population of 1,694 people, consisting of 896 males and 798 females. The village has 303 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 313 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 830 literate and 864 illiterate residents. Additionally, 798 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karan Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,694 | 896 | 798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 313 | 164 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 798 | 414 | 384 |
| Literate Population | 830 | 539 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 864 | 357 | 507 |
Nearby Villages of Karan Khera
Karan Khera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ram Dwari | South | 1.16 km |
| Lachchhipur | North | 1.27 km |
| Deoria | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Randa Khurd | East | 1.79 km |
| Lohangapur | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Ahibanpur | East | 2.17 km |
| Bakhuan | North | 2.24 km |
| Bardaha | South | 2.29 km |
| Belauli Nankari | West | 2.41 km |
| Shahpur | North-West | 2.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karan Khera
Karan Khera 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 Babupur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sitapur to Karan Khera is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitapur to Karan Khera is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karan Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karan Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karan Khera
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 Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karan Khera
Where is Karan Khera located?
Karan Khera village is located in Mahmudabad Tehsil, Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karan Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Karan Khera is Kanj Khera.
What is the pincode of Karan Khera?
The pincode of Karan Khera is 261204.
What is the population of Karan Khera?
Karan Khera has a total population of 1,694, including 896 males and 798 females.
How many households are there in Karan Khera?
There are 303 households in Karan Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Karan Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karan Khera is 49.00%. Male literacy is 60.16% and female literacy is 36.47%.