Karanya - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Karanya is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Pakhalya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanya is 477859. The village covers a total geographical area of 597.76 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Karanya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karanya
As per Census 2011, Karanya village has a total population of 1,201 people, consisting of 649 males and 552 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 581 literate and 620 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 634 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,201 | 649 | 552 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 121 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 634 | 340 | 294 |
| Literate Population | 581 | 374 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 620 | 275 | 345 |
Nearby Villages of Karanya
Karanya 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 Karanya
Karanya 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 Jhiranya to Karanya is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Karanya 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 Karanya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanya 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karanya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karanya
Where is Karanya located?
Karanya village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanya?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanya is Pakhalya.
What is the pincode of Karanya?
The pincode of Karanya is 451331.
What is the population of Karanya?
Karanya has a total population of 1,201, including 649 males and 552 females.
How many households are there in Karanya?
There are 259 households in Karanya.
What is the literacy rate in Karanya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanya is 48.38%. Male literacy is 57.63% and female literacy is 37.50%.