Karanji

Karanji is a village located in Basmath tehsil of Hingoli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Basmath (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Hingoli. As per 2009 stats, Karanji village is also a gram panchayat.

Karanji has its own place in the vibrant Hingoli 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 Karanji

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanji is 546269. The village spans a total geographical area of 485 hectares. Basmath is nearest town to Karanji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Karanji 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 Basmath Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Karanji

Below is a concise population overview of Karanji as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,523 753 770
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 206 111 95
Scheduled Castes (SC) 350 171 179
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 916 513 403
Illiterate Population 607 240 367

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karanji village:

  • The total population of Karanji village is around 1,523, including approximately 753 males and 770 females, with a sex ratio of 1022 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 206 children aged 0–6 years in Karanji village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karanji village has 350 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karanji village is about 60.14%, with male literacy at 68.13% and female literacy at 52.34%.
  • There are around 322 households in Karanji village.

Connectivity of Karanji

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karanji. As per the 2011 stats, Karanji 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karanji

Knowing the nearby villages of Karanji helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karanji.

Frequently Asked Questions about Karanji

Where is Karanji located?
Karanji village is situated in Basmath Tehsil, within the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanji?
Karanji serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanji is 1,523, with 753 males and 770 females.
How many households are there in Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karanji village has a total of 322 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanji is 60.14%. The male literacy rate is 68.13%, while the female literacy rate is 52.34%.