Karanjiya Mal. - Bajag, Dindori
Karanjiya Mal. is a village situated in the Bajag tehsil of Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 66 km from Dindori and around 66 km from Dindori. Karanjiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanjiya Mal. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanjiya Mal. is 492371. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.413 hectares and falls under the 481884 pincode. Dindori is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Karanjiya Mal. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karanjiya Mal.
According to the 2011 Census, Karanjiya Mal. village had a total population of 5,922 people, including 3,022 males and 2,900 females, living in 1,387 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.42%, with male literacy at 82.73% and female literacy at 63.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 633, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,981.
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 | 5,922 | 3,022 | 2,900 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 801 | 428 | 373 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 633 | 317 | 316 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,981 | 1,010 | 971 |
| Literate Population | 3,760 | 2,146 | 1,614 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,162 | 876 | 1,286 |
Nearby Villages of Karanjiya Mal.
Karanjiya Mal. 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 Karanjiya Mal.
Karanjiya Mal. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dindori to Karanjiya Mal. is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanjiya Mal.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanjiya Mal. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karanjiya Mal.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanjiya Mal. 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karanjiya Mal.
Where is Karanjiya Mal. located?
Karanjiya Mal. village is located in Bajag Tehsil, Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karanjiya Mal.?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanjiya Mal. is Karanjiya.
What is the pincode of Karanjiya Mal.?
The pincode of Karanjiya Mal. is 481884.
What is the population of Karanjiya Mal.?
Karanjiya Mal. had a total population of 5,922, including 3,022 males and 2,900 females.
How many households are there in Karanjiya Mal.?
Karanjiya Mal. had 1,387 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjiya Mal.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanjiya Mal. was 73.42%. Male literacy was 82.73% and female literacy was 63.87%.