Karanji

Karanji is a village located in Surajpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Surajpur (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Karanji village is also a gram panchayat.

Karanji has its own place in the vibrant Surguja 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 Karanji

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanji is 432591. The village spans a total geographical area of 461.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497226. Ambikapur is nearest town to Karanji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.

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Population of Karanji

Below is a concise population overview of Karanji as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,012 1,019 993
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 282 159 123
Scheduled Castes (SC) 169 87 82
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 162 74 88
Literate Population 1,338 751 587
Illiterate Population 674 268 406

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karanji village:

  • The total population of Karanji village is around 2,012, including approximately 1,019 males and 993 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 282 children aged 0–6 years in Karanji village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karanji village has 169 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 162 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Karanji village is about 66.50%, with male literacy at 73.70% and female literacy at 59.11%.
  • There are around 509 households in Karanji village.

Connectivity of Karanji

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karanji. As per the 2011 stats, Karanji had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Karanji

Knowing the nearby villages of Karanji helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karanji.

Frequently Asked Questions about Karanji

Where is Karanji located?
Karanji village is situated in Surajpur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanji?
Karanji serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Karanji?
The pincode of Karanji is 497226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanji is 2,012, with 1,019 males and 993 females.
How many households are there in Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karanji village has a total of 509 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanji is 66.50%. The male literacy rate is 73.70%, while the female literacy rate is 59.11%.