Karanj
About Karanj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karanj village is 523686. Karanj village is located in Olpad taluka of Surat district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Olpad (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Surat. As per 2009 stats, Karanj village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 468.39 hectares. Karanj has a total population of 1,637 peoples, out of which male population is 840 while female population is 797. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 948 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karanj village is 64.51% out of which 68.45% males and 60.35% females are literate. There are about 389 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 Olpad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Surat Lok Sabha constituency. Surat is nearest town to karanj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Karanj
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,637 | 840 | 797 |
| Children (0-6) | 181 | 107 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 15 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 678 | 342 | 336 |
| Literate Population | 1,056 | 575 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 581 | 265 | 316 |
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 Olpad 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 1,637, with 840 males and 797 females.
How many households are there in Karanj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karanj village has a total of 389 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanj is 64.51%. The male literacy rate is 68.45%, while the female literacy rate is 60.35%.