Karanjgaon - Chalisgaon, Jalgaon
Karanjgaon is a village situated in the Chalisgaon tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chalisgaon and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Karajgaon serves as the Village Panchayat for Karanjgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanjgaon is 527850. The village covers a total geographical area of 877.94 hectares and falls under the 424108 pincode. Chalisgaon is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Karanjgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karanjgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Karanjgaon village had a total population of 1,708 people, including 887 males and 821 females, living in 355 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.81%, with male literacy at 88.56% and female literacy at 66.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 191, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 268.
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 | 1,708 | 887 | 821 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 100 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 102 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 268 | 134 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 1,185 | 697 | 488 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 190 | 333 |
Nearby Villages of Karanjgaon
Karanjgaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Shindi | East | 2.66 km |
| Rohini | West | 2.93 km |
| Ghodegaon | South | 2.96 km |
| Talegaon | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Vishnunagar | South-East | 4.22 km |
| Hatgaon | North-West | 4.49 km |
| Kharadi | South | 4.73 km |
| Andhari | North-West | 5.08 km |
| Odhare | South-East | 5.38 km |
| Rajdehare | South | 5.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanjgaon
Karanjgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rohini, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chalisgaon to Karanjgaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Karanjgaon is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanjgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanjgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karanjgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanjgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karanjgaon
Where is Karanjgaon located?
Karanjgaon village is located in Chalisgaon Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karanjgaon?
The Village Panchayat of Karanjgaon is Karajgaon.
What is the pincode of Karanjgaon?
The pincode of Karanjgaon is 424108.
What is the population of Karanjgaon?
Karanjgaon had a total population of 1,708, including 887 males and 821 females.
How many households are there in Karanjgaon?
Karanjgaon had 355 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanjgaon was 77.81%. Male literacy was 88.56% and female literacy was 66.30%.