Karanja
Karanja is a village located in Gondiya tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Gondiya (tehsildar office) and 6km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Karanja village is also a gram panchayat.
Karanja has its own place in the vibrant Gondiya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Karanja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanja is 537849. The village spans a total geographical area of 768.98 hectares. Gondiya is nearest town to Karanja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karanja village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tirora Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karanja
Population of Karanja
Below is a concise population overview of Karanja as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,048 | 2,503 | 2,545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 559 | 308 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 610 | 301 | 309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,256 | 619 | 637 |
| Literate Population | 3,980 | 2,072 | 1,908 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,068 | 431 | 637 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karanja village:
- The total population of Karanja village is around 5,048, including approximately 2,503 males and 2,545 females, with a sex ratio of 1016 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 559 children aged 0–6 years in Karanja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karanja village has 610 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,256 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karanja village is about 78.84%, with male literacy at 82.78% and female literacy at 74.97%.
- There are around 1,130 households in Karanja village.
Connectivity of Karanja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karanja. As per the 2011 stats, Karanja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karanja
Knowing the nearby villages of Karanja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karanja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karanja
- Where is Karanja located?
- Karanja village is situated in Gondiya Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karanja?
- Karanja serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Karanja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanja is 5,048, with 2,503 males and 2,545 females.
- How many households are there in Karanja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karanja village has a total of 1,130 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karanja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanja is 78.84%. The male literacy rate is 82.78%, while the female literacy rate is 74.97%.