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.
Here you can discover what makes Karanji unique in its vibrant Basmath-Hingoli region. You’ll see Karanji’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Karanji
Population of Karanji
According to the 2011 Census, Karanji has a total population of about 1,523, with approximately 753 males and 770 females. The sex ratio is around 1022 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 206 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 350 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.14%, with male literacy at about 68.13% and female literacy near 52.34%. There are around 322 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karanji's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.