Karanji Bk. - Kopargaon, Ahilyanagar
Karanji Bk. is a village situated in the Kopargaon tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Kopargaon and around 113 km from Ahmadnagar. Karanji Budruk serves as the Village Panchayat for Karanji Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanji Bk. is 557514. The village covers a total geographical area of 1770.27 hectares and falls under the 423603 pincode. Kopargaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Karanji Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kopargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanji Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Karanji Bk. village had a total population of 4,379 people, including 2,272 males and 2,107 females, living in 890 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.48%, with male literacy at 88.05% and female literacy at 68.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 647, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 664.
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 | 4,379 | 2,272 | 2,107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 536 | 281 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 647 | 316 | 331 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 664 | 353 | 311 |
| Literate Population | 3,016 | 1,753 | 1,263 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,363 | 519 | 844 |
Nearby Villages of Karanji Bk.
Karanji Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirasgaon | East | 2.16 km |
| Ogadi | North | 2.19 km |
| Bolaki | West | 2.77 km |
| Padhegaon | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Anchalgaon | North-West | 3.77 km |
| Undirwadi | North | 4.00 km |
| Khirdi Ganesh | West | 4.15 km |
| Kasali | East | 4.78 km |
| Sawalgaon | East | 4.87 km |
| Adgaon Chothava | North-West | 5.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanji Bk.
Karanji Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kopargaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kopargaon to Karanji Bk. is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Karanji Bk. is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanji Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanji Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karanji Bk.
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 Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karanji Bk.
Where is Karanji Bk. located?
Karanji Bk. village is located in Kopargaon Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karanji Bk.?
The Village Panchayat of Karanji Bk. is Karanji Budruk.
What is the pincode of Karanji Bk.?
The pincode of Karanji Bk. is 423603.
What is the population of Karanji Bk.?
Karanji Bk. had a total population of 4,379, including 2,272 males and 2,107 females.
How many households are there in Karanji Bk.?
Karanji Bk. had 890 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanji Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanji Bk. was 78.48%. Male literacy was 88.05% and female literacy was 68.20%.