Karanjvan - Mandvi, Surat
Karanjvan is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Maldha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanjvan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanjvan is 524079. The village covers a total geographical area of 428.62 hectares and falls under the 394440 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Karanjvan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karanjvan
According to the 2011 Census, Karanjvan village had a total population of 215 people, including 106 males and 109 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.94%, with male literacy at 90.82% and female literacy at 76.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 215.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 215 | 106 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 215 | 106 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 89 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 17 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Karanjvan
Karanjvan 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 Karanjvan
Public transport in the Karanjvan is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandvi to Karanjvan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Karanjvan is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanjvan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanjvan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karanjvan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanjvan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karanjvan
Where is Karanjvan located?
Karanjvan village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanjvan?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanjvan is Maldha.
What is the pincode of Karanjvan?
The pincode of Karanjvan is 394440.
What is the population of Karanjvan?
Karanjvan had a total population of 215, including 106 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Karanjvan?
Karanjvan had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjvan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanjvan was 83.94%. Male literacy was 90.82% and female literacy was 76.84%.