Karanda - Burdwan - II, Purba Bardhaman
Karanda is a village situated in the Burdwan - II subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.8 km from Burdwan. Nabastha-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanda is 320188. The village covers a total geographical area of 684.44 hectares and falls under the 713149 pincode.
Karanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karanda
As per Census 2011, Karanda village has a total population of 3,013 people, consisting of 1,494 males and 1,519 females. The village has 738 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 315 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,770 literate and 1,243 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,068 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 842 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,013 | 1,494 | 1,519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 315 | 144 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,068 | 533 | 535 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 842 | 398 | 444 |
| Literate Population | 1,770 | 981 | 789 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,243 | 513 | 730 |
Nearby Villages of Karanda
Karanda 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 Karanda
Karanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Karanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Karanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karanda
Where is Karanda located?
Karanda village is located in Burdwan - II Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanda is Nabastha-ii.
What is the pincode of Karanda?
The pincode of Karanda is 713149.
What is the population of Karanda?
Karanda has a total population of 3,013, including 1,494 males and 1,519 females.
How many households are there in Karanda?
There are 738 households in Karanda.
What is the literacy rate in Karanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanda is 58.75%. Male literacy is 65.66% and female literacy is 51.94%.