Karanpur - Ramnagar, Nainital
Karanpur is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Karanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanpur is 055333. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.66 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Karanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Karanpur village had a total population of 260 people, including 136 males and 124 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.67%, with male literacy at 86.51% and female literacy at 76.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 101.
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 | 260 | 136 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 54 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 109 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 27 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Karanpur
Karanpur 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 Karanpur
Karanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Karanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Karanpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Karanpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karanpur
Where is Karanpur located?
Karanpur village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanpur?
Karanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karanpur?
The pincode of Karanpur is 244715.
What is the population of Karanpur?
Karanpur had a total population of 260, including 136 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Karanpur?
Karanpur had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanpur was 81.67%. Male literacy was 86.51% and female literacy was 76.32%.