Karanjphen
Karanjphen is a village located in Radhanagari tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Radhanagari (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Karanjphen village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karanjphen unique in its vibrant Radhanagari-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Karanjphen’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 Karanjphen
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanjphen is 567624. The village spans a total geographical area of 234 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416012. Kolhapur is nearest town to Karanjphen village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km away.
Google Map of Karanjphen
Population of Karanjphen
According to the 2011 Census, Karanjphen has a total population of about 1,236, with approximately 660 males and 576 females. The sex ratio is around 872 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 118 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 284 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 70.23%, with male literacy at about 79.39% and female literacy near 59.72%. There are around 259 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karanjphen's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,236 | 660 | 576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 75 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 284 | 141 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 868 | 524 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 136 | 232 |
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 Radhanagari 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 416012, 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 1,236, with 660 males and 576 females.
- How many households are there in Karanjphen as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karanjphen village has a total of 259 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karanjphen as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanjphen is 70.23%. The male literacy rate is 79.39%, while the female literacy rate is 59.72%.