Karjana - Chopda, Jalgaon
Karjana is a village situated in the Chopda tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopda and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Karjane serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karjana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karjana is 526658. The village covers a total geographical area of 132 hectares and falls under the 425107 pincode. Chopda is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Karjana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karjana
As per Census 2011, Karjana village has a total population of 1,363 people, consisting of 639 males and 724 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 1,133 females per 1,000 males. There are 248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 623 literate and 740 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,340 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karjana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,363 | 639 | 724 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 77 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,340 | 626 | 714 |
| Literate Population | 623 | 417 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 740 | 222 | 518 |
Nearby Villages of Karjana
Karjana 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 Karjana
Public transport in the Karjana is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Chopda to Karjana is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Karjana 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 Karjana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karjana 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 Karjana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karjana 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 Karjana
Where is Karjana located?
Karjana village is located in Chopda Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karjana?
The Gram Panchayat of Karjana is Karjane.
What is the pincode of Karjana?
The pincode of Karjana is 425107.
What is the population of Karjana?
Karjana has a total population of 1,363, including 639 males and 724 females.
How many households are there in Karjana?
There are 205 households in Karjana.
What is the literacy rate in Karjana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karjana is 45.71%. Male literacy is 65.26% and female literacy is 28.45%.