Karanjia Mal. - Bichhiya, Mandla
Karanjia Mal. is a village situated in the Bichhiya tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhiya and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Karanjia Mal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanjia Mal. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanjia Mal. is 493313. The village covers a total geographical area of 498.11 hectares and falls under the 481996 pincode. Bichhiya is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Karanjia Mal. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karanjia Mal.
According to the 2011 Census, Karanjia Mal. village had a total population of 1,161 people, including 584 males and 577 females, living in 283 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.79%, with male literacy at 83.67% and female literacy at 64.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 361, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 234.
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 | 1,161 | 584 | 577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 94 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 181 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 234 | 109 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 729 | 410 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 174 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Karanjia Mal.
Karanjia 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 Karanjia Mal.
Public transport in the Karanjia Mal. is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bichhiya to Karanjia Mal. is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Karanjia Mal. is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanjia Mal.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanjia Mal. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karanjia 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 Karanjia 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karanjia Mal.
Where is Karanjia Mal. located?
Karanjia Mal. village is located in Bichhiya Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karanjia Mal.?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanjia Mal. is Karanjia Mal.
What is the pincode of Karanjia Mal.?
The pincode of Karanjia Mal. is 481996.
What is the population of Karanjia Mal.?
Karanjia Mal. had a total population of 1,161, including 584 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Karanjia Mal.?
Karanjia Mal. had 283 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjia Mal.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanjia Mal. was 73.79%. Male literacy was 83.67% and female literacy was 64.06%.