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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Karandi village has a total population of 1,699 people, consisting of 841 males and 858 females. The village has 381 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,134 literate and 565 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karandi are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Karandi?
Karandi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karandi?
The pincode of Karandi is 414303.
What is the population of Karandi?
Karandi has a total population of 1,699, including 841 males and 858 females.
How many households are there in Karandi?
There are 381 households in Karandi.
What is the literacy rate in Karandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karandi is 66.75%. Male literacy is 75.62% and female literacy is 58.04%.