Karanja
Karanja is a village located in Naubatpur subdivision of Patna district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Naubatpur (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Patna. As per 2009 stats, Karanja Gowai is the gram panchayat of Karanja village.
Karanja has its own place in the vibrant Patna region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Karanja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanja is 245585. The village spans a total geographical area of 294 hectares. Naubatpur is nearest town to Karanja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Karanja
Population of Karanja
Below is a concise population overview of Karanja as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,845 | 1,996 | 1,849 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 678 | 344 | 334 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,231 | 615 | 616 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,079 | 1,289 | 790 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,766 | 707 | 1,059 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karanja village:
- The total population of Karanja village is around 3,845, including approximately 1,996 males and 1,849 females, with a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 678 children aged 0–6 years in Karanja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karanja village has 1,231 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karanja village is about 54.07%, with male literacy at 64.58% and female literacy at 42.73%.
- There are around 663 households in Karanja village.
Connectivity of Karanja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karanja. As per the 2011 stats, Karanja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karanja
Knowing the nearby villages of Karanja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karanja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karanja
- Where is Karanja located?
- Karanja village is situated in Naubatpur Subdivision, within the Patna district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karanja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karanja is Karanja Gowai (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 3,845, with 1,996 males and 1,849 females.
- How many households are there in Karanja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karanja village has a total of 663 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karanja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanja is 54.07%. The male literacy rate is 64.58%, while the female literacy rate is 42.73%.