Karancha - Aheri, Gadchiroli
Karancha is a village situated in the Aheri tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aheri and around 182 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Marpalli serves as the Village Panchayat for Karancha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karancha is 539949. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.25 hectares and falls under the 442709 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 182 km away.
Karancha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karancha
According to the 2011 Census, Karancha village had a total population of 226 people, including 103 males and 123 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,194 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.02%, with male literacy at 72.83% and female literacy at 54.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 224.
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 | 226 | 103 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 11 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 103 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 67 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 36 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Karancha
Karancha 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 Karancha
Karancha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Karancha is about 182 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karancha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karancha 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karancha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karancha 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 Karancha
Where is Karancha located?
Karancha village is located in Aheri Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karancha?
The Village Panchayat of Karancha is Marpalli.
What is the pincode of Karancha?
The pincode of Karancha is 442709.
What is the population of Karancha?
Karancha had a total population of 226, including 103 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Karancha?
Karancha had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karancha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karancha was 63.02%. Male literacy was 72.83% and female literacy was 54.00%.