Karimpur - Vikas Nagar, Dehradun
Karimpur is a village situated in the Vikas Nagar tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Vikasnagar and around 35 km from Dehradun. Abdualla Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karimpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karimpur is 045058. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.97 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Herbertpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Karimpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sahaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karimpur
According to the 2011 Census, Karimpur village had a total population of 266 people, including 136 males and 130 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.51%, with male literacy at 90.08% and female literacy at 66.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 266 | 136 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 109 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 27 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Karimpur
Karimpur 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 Karimpur
Karimpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karimpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Herbertpur to Karimpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Karimpur 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 Karimpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karimpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karimpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karimpur 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 Karimpur
Where is Karimpur located?
Karimpur village is located in Vikas Nagar Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karimpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Karimpur is Abdualla Pur.
What is the pincode of Karimpur?
The pincode of Karimpur is 248001.
What is the population of Karimpur?
Karimpur had a total population of 266, including 136 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Karimpur?
Karimpur had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karimpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karimpur was 78.51%. Male literacy was 90.08% and female literacy was 66.94%.