Karanjgaon
Karanjgaon is a village located in Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 117km away from sub-district headquarter Chandgad (tehsildar office) and 117km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Karanjgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karanjgaon unique in its vibrant Chandgad-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Karanjgaon’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 Karanjgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanjgaon is 568186. The village spans a total geographical area of 558 hectares. Belgaum(karnataka) is nearest town to Karanjgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
Google Map of Karanjgaon
Population of Karanjgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Karanjgaon has a total population of about 1,242, with approximately 624 males and 618 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 130 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 197 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 60.95%, with male literacy at about 69.71% and female literacy near 52.10%. There are around 222 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karanjgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,242 | 624 | 618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 61 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 90 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 757 | 435 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 485 | 189 | 296 |
Connectivity of Karanjgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karanjgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Karanjgaon 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karanjgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Karanjgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karanjgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karanjgaon
- Where is Karanjgaon located?
- Karanjgaon village is situated in Chandgad Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karanjgaon?
- Karanjgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Karanjgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanjgaon is 1,242, with 624 males and 618 females.
- How many households are there in Karanjgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karanjgaon village has a total of 222 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karanjgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanjgaon is 60.95%. The male literacy rate is 69.71%, while the female literacy rate is 52.10%.