Karanja
About Karanja
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karanja village is 240509. Karanja village is located in Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Shambhuganj (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Maldih is the gram panchayat of Karanja village.
The total geographical area of village is 160 hectares. Karanja has a total population of 1,671 peoples, out of which male population is 917 while female population is 754. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 822 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karanja village is 54.22% out of which 59.00% males and 48.41% females are literate. There are about 332 houses in karanja village.
Banka is nearest town to karanja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
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Population of Karanja
The population details of Karanja cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,671 | 917 | 754 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 289 | 159 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 538 | 291 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 906 | 541 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 765 | 376 | 389 |
Connectivity of Karanja
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Karanja
Where is Karanja located?
Karanja village is situated in Shambhuganj Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanja?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanja is Maldih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Karanja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanja is 1,671, with 917 males and 754 females.
How many households are there in Karanja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karanja village has a total of 332 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanja is 54.22%. The male literacy rate is 59.00%, while the female literacy rate is 48.41%.