Karanjo - Margo Munda, Deoghar
Karanjo is a village situated in the Margo Munda subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 71 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margo Munda and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Mahuatand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanjo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanjo is 354762. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 815353 pincode.
Karanjo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Karanjo
According to the 2011 Census, Karanjo village had a total population of 612 people, including 319 males and 293 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.00%, with male literacy at 91.70% and female literacy at 73.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 612 | 319 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 54 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 243 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 76 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Karanjo
Karanjo 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 Karanjo
Karanjo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Deoghar to Karanjo is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanjo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanjo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karanjo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanjo 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karanjo
Where is Karanjo located?
Karanjo village is located in Margo Munda Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karanjo?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanjo is Mahuatand.
What is the pincode of Karanjo?
The pincode of Karanjo is 815353.
What is the population of Karanjo?
Karanjo had a total population of 612, including 319 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Karanjo?
Karanjo had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanjo was 83.00%. Male literacy was 91.70% and female literacy was 73.44%.