Karandi - Raghunathpur - II, Purulia
Karandi is a village situated in the Raghunathpur - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.4 km from Raghunathpur and around 54.5 km from Purulia. Nutandih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karandi is 330230. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.3 hectares and falls under the 723133 pincode. Raghunathpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Karandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Para Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purulia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karandi
As per Census 2011, Karandi village has a total population of 322 people, consisting of 169 males and 153 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 175 literate and 147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 322 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 322 | 169 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 322 | 169 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 119 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 50 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Karandi
Karandi 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 Karandi
Public transport in the Karandi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Karandi.
| 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 Raghunathpur to Karandi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Karandi is about 54.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karandi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karandi
Where is Karandi located?
Karandi village is located in Raghunathpur - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karandi is Nutandih.
What is the pincode of Karandi?
The pincode of Karandi is 723133.
What is the population of Karandi?
Karandi has a total population of 322, including 169 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Karandi?
There are 65 households in Karandi.
What is the literacy rate in Karandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karandi is 54.35%. Male literacy is 70.41% and female literacy is 36.60%.