Karandi - Parner, Ahilyanagar
Karandi is a village situated in the Parner tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from Parner and around 40 km from Ahmadnagar. Karandi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karandi is 558316. The village covers a total geographical area of 1521 hectares and falls under the 414303 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Karandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karandi
According to the 2011 Census, Karandi village had a total population of 1,699 people, including 841 males and 858 females, living in 381 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.88%, with male literacy at 84.13% and female literacy at 63.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 179, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 30.
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 | 1,699 | 841 | 858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 85 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 90 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,134 | 636 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 565 | 205 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Karandi
Karandi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kinhi | North | 2.32 km |
| Diksal | East | 4.71 km |
| Wiroli | West | 4.78 km |
| Bahirobawadi | North | 5.25 km |
| Parner | South | 5.62 km |
| Hatalkhindi | West | 5.71 km |
| Punewadi | South-West | 5.82 km |
| Tikhol | North-West | 5.90 km |
| Wesdare | West | 7.31 km |
| Jadhavwadi | West | 8.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karandi
Karandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sarola, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Karandi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Karandi
Where is Karandi located?
Karandi village is located in Parner Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karandi?
Karandi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karandi?
The pincode of Karandi is 414303.
What is the population of Karandi?
Karandi had a total population of 1,699, including 841 males and 858 females.
How many households are there in Karandi?
Karandi had 381 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karandi was 73.88%. Male literacy was 84.13% and female literacy was 63.93%.