Karampur - Kaladhungi, Nainital
Karampur is a village situated in the Kaladhungi tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaladhungi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Ratanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karampur is 055557. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.23 hectares and falls under the 263140 pincode. Kaladhungi is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Karampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Karampur
According to the 2011 Census, Karampur village had a total population of 39 people, including 19 males and 20 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.29%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 82.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 4 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Karampur
Karampur 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 Karampur
Karampur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kaladhungi to Karampur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Karampur is about 40 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 Karampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karampur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karampur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karampur
Where is Karampur located?
Karampur village is located in Kaladhungi Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Karampur is Ratanpur.
What is the pincode of Karampur?
The pincode of Karampur is 263140.
What is the population of Karampur?
Karampur had a total population of 39, including 19 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Karampur?
Karampur had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karampur was 85.29%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 82.35%.