Karanjkheda - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Karanjkheda is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 145 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 175 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Hatru serves as the Village Panchayat for Karanjkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanjkheda is 531608. The village covers a total geographical area of 259 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Bhaisdahi is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Karanjkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karanjkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Karanjkheda village had a total population of 685 people, including 322 males and 363 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 1,127 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.12%, with male literacy at 66.54% and female literacy at 48.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 624.
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 | 685 | 322 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 50 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 624 | 289 | 335 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 181 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 141 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Karanjkheda
Karanjkheda 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 Karanjkheda
Public transport in the Karanjkheda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bhaisdahi to Karanjkheda is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Karanjkheda is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanjkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanjkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karanjkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanjkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karanjkheda
Where is Karanjkheda located?
Karanjkheda village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karanjkheda?
The Village Panchayat of Karanjkheda is Hatru.
What is the pincode of Karanjkheda?
The pincode of Karanjkheda is 444807.
What is the population of Karanjkheda?
Karanjkheda had a total population of 685, including 322 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Karanjkheda?
Karanjkheda had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanjkheda was 57.12%. Male literacy was 66.54% and female literacy was 48.68%.