Karanjphen

Karanjphen is a village located in Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Panhala (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Karanjphen village is also a gram panchayat.

Karanjphen has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur 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 Karanjphen

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanjphen is 567180. The village spans a total geographical area of 268.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416234. Kolhapur is nearest town to Karanjphen village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

When it comes to local governance, Karanjphen 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 Shahuwadi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hatkanangle 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 Karanjphen

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,354 712 642
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 169 98 71
Scheduled Castes (SC) 140 79 61
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 865 525 340
Illiterate Population 489 187 302

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

  • The total population of Karanjphen village is around 1,354, including approximately 712 males and 642 females, with a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 169 children aged 0–6 years in Karanjphen village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karanjphen village has 140 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karanjphen village is about 63.88%, with male literacy at 73.74% and female literacy at 52.96%.
  • There are around 284 households in Karanjphen village.

Connectivity of Karanjphen

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karanjphen. As per the 2011 stats, Karanjphen 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 Karanjphen

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Karanjphen

Where is Karanjphen located?
Karanjphen village is situated in Panhala Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanjphen?
Karanjphen serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Karanjphen?
The pincode of Karanjphen is 416234, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karanjphen as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanjphen is 1,354, with 712 males and 642 females.
How many households are there in Karanjphen as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karanjphen village has a total of 284 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjphen as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanjphen is 63.88%. The male literacy rate is 73.74%, while the female literacy rate is 52.96%.