Karanji (B) - Aurad, Bidar
Karanji (B) is a village situated in the Aurad taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aurad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Nagmarpalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanji (B) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanji (B) is 600073. The village covers a total geographical area of 1362.76 hectares and falls under the 585326 pincode. Aurad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Karanji (B) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aurad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanji (B)
As per Census 2011, Karanji (B) village has a total population of 2,193 people, consisting of 1,108 males and 1,085 females. The village has 408 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 987 literate and 1,206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 607 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 240 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanji (B) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,193 | 1,108 | 1,085 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 161 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 607 | 298 | 309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 240 | 119 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 987 | 597 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,206 | 511 | 695 |
Nearby Villages of Karanji (B)
Karanji (B) is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Raipalli | South | 2.95 km |
| Nagmarpalli | West | 3.41 km |
| Karanji (k) | East | 3.43 km |
| Manoor (k) | North-West | 3.51 km |
| Nandiyal | West | 4.54 km |
| Manur Bk. | North | 5.06 km |
| Itgiyal | South-West | 5.24 km |
| Naganpalli | South | 6.00 km |
| Jaknal | West | 6.23 km |
| Yedur | West | 6.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanji (B)
Public transport in the Karanji (B) is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kamalnagar, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aurad to Karanji (B) is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Karanji (B) is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanji (B)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanji (B) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karanji (B)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanji (B) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karanji (B)
Where is Karanji (B) located?
Karanji (B) village is located in Aurad Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanji (B)?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanji (B) is Nagmarpalli.
What is the pincode of Karanji (B)?
The pincode of Karanji (B) is 585326.
What is the population of Karanji (B)?
Karanji (B) has a total population of 2,193, including 1,108 males and 1,085 females.
How many households are there in Karanji (B)?
There are 408 households in Karanji (B).
What is the literacy rate in Karanji (B)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanji (B) is 45.01%. Male literacy is 53.88% and female literacy is 35.94%.