Karanj
About Karanj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karanj village is 375790. Karanj village is located in Verno subdivision of Gumla district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Verno (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Gumla. As per 2009 stats, Karanj village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 514 hectares. Karanj has a total population of 1,419 peoples, out of which male population is 739 while female population is 680. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 920 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karanj village is 49.40% out of which 58.05% males and 40.00% females are literate. There are about 298 houses in karanj village. Pincode of karanj village locality is 835224.
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 Sisai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Lohardaga Lok Sabha constituency. Verno is nearest town to karanj village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Karanj
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,419 | 739 | 680 |
| Literate Population | 701 | 429 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 718 | 310 | 408 |
Connectivity of Karanj
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| 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 Verno Subdivision, within the Gumla district of Jharkhand, 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 835224, 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 1,419, with 739 males and 680 females.
How many households are there in Karanj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karanj village has a total of 298 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanj is 49.40%. The male literacy rate is 58.05%, while the female literacy rate is 40.00%.