Karanjia - Jagannathpur, West Singhbhum
Karanjia is a village situated in the Jagannathpur subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 23 km from Jagannathpur and around 50 km from Chaibasa. Gumuria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanjia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanjia is 378292. The village covers a total geographical area of 290 hectares and falls under the 833203 pincode.
Karanjia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Karanjia
According to the 2011 Census, Karanjia village had a total population of 874 people, including 443 males and 431 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.72%, with male literacy at 58.61% and female literacy at 32.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 735.
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 | 874 | 443 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 83 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 735 | 372 | 363 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 211 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 232 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Karanjia
Karanjia 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 Karanjia
Karanjia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Chaibasa to Karanjia is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanjia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanjia 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karanjia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanjia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karanjia
Where is Karanjia located?
Karanjia village is located in Jagannathpur Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karanjia?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanjia is Gumuria.
What is the pincode of Karanjia?
The pincode of Karanjia is 833203.
What is the population of Karanjia?
Karanjia had a total population of 874, including 443 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Karanjia?
Karanjia had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanjia was 45.72%. Male literacy was 58.61% and female literacy was 32.58%.