Karimnagar - Kulpi, South 24 Parganas
Karimnagar is a village situated in the Kulpi subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2 km from Paschim Gopalnagar and around 49.3 km from Alipore. Rajarampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karimnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karimnagar is 334517. The village covers a total geographical area of 244.71 hectares and falls under the 743351 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Karimnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karimnagar
As per Census 2011, Karimnagar village has a total population of 5,443 people, consisting of 2,822 males and 2,621 females. The village has 1,085 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 904 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,365 literate and 2,078 illiterate residents. Additionally, 743 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karimnagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,443 | 2,822 | 2,621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 904 | 488 | 416 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 743 | 377 | 366 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,365 | 1,796 | 1,569 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,078 | 1,026 | 1,052 |
Nearby Villages of Karimnagar
Karimnagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Raypur | South-East | 1.21 km |
| Manoharpur | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Uttar Ramdebpur | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Anoarpur | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Kalitala | West | 1.80 km |
| Ishwaripur | East | 2.06 km |
| Paschim Gopalnagar | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Chak Kalicharan Laskar | South | 2.30 km |
| Dhanumandal | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Chak Haruray | South-East | 2.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karimnagar
Karimnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Udairampur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Karimnagar is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Karimnagar is about 49.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karimnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karimnagar 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karimnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karimnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karimnagar
Where is Karimnagar located?
Karimnagar village is located in Kulpi Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karimnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Karimnagar is Rajarampur.
What is the pincode of Karimnagar?
The pincode of Karimnagar is 743351.
What is the population of Karimnagar?
Karimnagar has a total population of 5,443, including 2,822 males and 2,621 females.
How many households are there in Karimnagar?
There are 1,085 households in Karimnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Karimnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karimnagar is 61.82%. Male literacy is 63.64% and female literacy is 59.86%.