Karanja - Shambhuganj, Banka
Karanja is a village situated in the Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shambhuganj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Maldih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanja is 240509. The village covers a total geographical area of 160 hectares and falls under the 813207 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Karanja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karanja
As per Census 2011, Karanja village has a total population of 1,671 people, consisting of 917 males and 754 females. The village has 332 households and a sex ratio of 822 females per 1,000 males. There are 289 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 906 literate and 765 illiterate residents. Additionally, 538 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,671 | 917 | 754 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 159 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 538 | 291 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 906 | 541 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 765 | 376 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Karanja
Karanja 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 Karanja
Karanja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Karanja is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanja 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karanja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Karanja
Where is Karanja located?
Karanja village is located in Shambhuganj Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanja?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanja is Maldih.
What is the pincode of Karanja?
The pincode of Karanja is 813207.
What is the population of Karanja?
Karanja has a total population of 1,671, including 917 males and 754 females.
How many households are there in Karanja?
There are 332 households in Karanja.
What is the literacy rate in Karanja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanja is 54.22%. Male literacy is 59.00% and female literacy is 48.41%.