Karanj
About Karanj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karanj village is 523944. Karanj village is located in Mandvi taluka of Surat district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Mandvi (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Surat. As per 2009 stats, Karanj village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 468.45 hectares. Karanj has a total population of 2,878 peoples, out of which male population is 1,372 while female population is 1,506. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1097 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karanj village is 77.48% out of which 79.45% males and 75.70% females are literate. There are about 569 houses in karanj village. Pincode of karanj village locality is 394110.
When it comes to administration, Karanj village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Karanj village comes under Karanj Vidhan Sabha constituency & Surat Lok Sabha constituency. Mandvi is nearest town to karanj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
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Population of Karanj
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,878 | 1,372 | 1,506 |
| Children (0-6) | 320 | 171 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 67 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 667 | 282 | 385 |
| Literate Population | 2,230 | 1,090 | 1,140 |
| Illiterate Population | 648 | 282 | 366 |
Connectivity of Karanj
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Karanj
Where is Karanj located?
Karanj village is situated in Mandvi Taluka, within the Surat district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanj?
Karanj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Karanj?
The pincode of Karanj is 394110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karanj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanj is 2,878, with 1,372 males and 1,506 females.
How many households are there in Karanj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karanj village has a total of 569 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanj is 77.48%. The male literacy rate is 79.45%, while the female literacy rate is 75.70%.