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 Gram 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.
As per Census 2011, Karanji Bk. village has a total population of 4,379 people, consisting of 2,272 males and 2,107 females. The village has 890 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 536 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,016 literate and 1,363 illiterate residents. Additionally, 647 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 664 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanji Bk. are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Karanji Bk.?
The Gram 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. has a total population of 4,379, including 2,272 males and 2,107 females.
How many households are there in Karanji Bk.?
There are 890 households in Karanji Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Karanji Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanji Bk. is 68.87%. Male literacy is 77.16% and female literacy is 59.94%.