Karanda - Manteswar, Purba Bardhaman
Karanda is a village situated in the Manteswar subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.6 km from Manteswar. Pipalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanda is 319715. The village covers a total geographical area of 624.77 hectares and falls under the 713422 pincode. Barddhaman is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Karanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Monteswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanda
As per Census 2011, Karanda village has a total population of 2,216 people, consisting of 1,137 males and 1,079 females. The village has 500 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,648 literate and 568 illiterate residents. Additionally, 820 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,216 | 1,137 | 1,079 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 115 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 820 | 436 | 384 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,648 | 889 | 759 |
| Illiterate Population | 568 | 248 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Karanda
Karanda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ripi Chak | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Bhagra | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Kuljora | South | 1.94 km |
| Bheti | North | 2.32 km |
| Ujna | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Sijna | North-West | 2.68 km |
| Piplan | East | 2.70 km |
| Fazalpur | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Mulgram | West | 2.94 km |
| Khandra | South-East | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanda
Karanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nimo, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.0 km.
| 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 Barddhaman to Karanda is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karanda
Where is Karanda located?
Karanda village is located in Manteswar Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanda is Pipalan.
What is the pincode of Karanda?
The pincode of Karanda is 713422.
What is the population of Karanda?
Karanda has a total population of 2,216, including 1,137 males and 1,079 females.
How many households are there in Karanda?
There are 500 households in Karanda.
What is the literacy rate in Karanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanda is 74.37%. Male literacy is 78.19% and female literacy is 70.34%.