Karaundi - Roorkee, Haridwar
Karaundi is a village situated in the Roorkee tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Roorkee and around 45 km from Hardwar. Karaundi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaundi is 056403. The village covers a total geographical area of 446.06 hectares and falls under the 247667 pincode. Roorkee is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Karaundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhagwanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karaundi
As per Census 2011, Karaundi village has a total population of 3,521 people, consisting of 1,893 males and 1,628 females. The village has 645 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 558 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,160 literate and 1,361 illiterate residents. Additionally, 730 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karaundi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,521 | 1,893 | 1,628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 558 | 318 | 240 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 730 | 394 | 336 |
| Literate Population | 2,160 | 1,293 | 867 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,361 | 600 | 761 |
Nearby Villages of Karaundi
Karaundi 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 Karaundi
Karaundi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Karaundi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Roorkee to Karaundi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar to Karaundi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karaundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karaundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaundi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karaundi
Where is Karaundi located?
Karaundi village is located in Roorkee Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karaundi?
Karaundi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karaundi?
The pincode of Karaundi is 247667.
What is the population of Karaundi?
Karaundi has a total population of 3,521, including 1,893 males and 1,628 females.
How many households are there in Karaundi?
There are 645 households in Karaundi.
What is the literacy rate in Karaundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaundi is 61.35%. Male literacy is 68.30% and female literacy is 53.26%.