Karanpur - Jaspur, Udham Singh Nagar
Karanpur is a village situated in the Jaspur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaspur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Karanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanpur is 055779. The village covers a total geographical area of 323.11 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Kashipur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Karanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karanpur
As per Census 2011, Karanpur village has a total population of 1,652 people, consisting of 868 males and 784 females. The village has 317 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,074 literate and 578 illiterate residents. Additionally, 609 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,652 | 868 | 784 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 102 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 609 | 315 | 294 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,074 | 624 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 578 | 244 | 334 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karanpur.
| 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 Kashipur to Karanpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Karanpur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karanpur
Where is Karanpur located?
Karanpur village is located in Jaspur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar 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 has a total population of 1,652, including 868 males and 784 females.
How many households are there in Karanpur?
There are 317 households in Karanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Karanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanpur is 65.01%. Male literacy is 71.89% and female literacy is 57.40%.