Karajgaon - Ausa, Latur
Karajgaon is a village situated in the Ausa tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ausa and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Karjgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karajgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karajgaon is 560645. The village covers a total geographical area of 919 hectares and falls under the 413520 pincode. Ausa is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Karajgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ausa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karajgaon
As per Census 2011, Karajgaon village has a total population of 2,139 people, consisting of 1,078 males and 1,061 females. The village has 429 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 268 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,391 literate and 748 illiterate residents. Additionally, 293 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karajgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,139 | 1,078 | 1,061 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 137 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 143 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,391 | 789 | 602 |
| Illiterate Population | 748 | 289 | 459 |
Nearby Villages of Karajgaon
Karajgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fattepur | South-West | 2.61 km |
| Wagholi | East | 2.76 km |
| Yakatpur | North | 3.15 km |
| Kanheri | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Chalburga | South-East | 4.19 km |
| Dautpur | South | 4.42 km |
| Nagarsoga | South-West | 5.50 km |
| Jainagar | East | 5.72 km |
| Mugalewadi | South-East | 6.32 km |
| Apchunda | East | 6.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karajgaon
Karajgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harangul, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ausa to Karajgaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Karajgaon is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karajgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karajgaon 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 Karajgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karajgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karajgaon
Where is Karajgaon located?
Karajgaon village is located in Ausa Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karajgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Karajgaon is Karjgaon.
What is the pincode of Karajgaon?
The pincode of Karajgaon is 413520.
What is the population of Karajgaon?
Karajgaon has a total population of 2,139, including 1,078 males and 1,061 females.
How many households are there in Karajgaon?
There are 429 households in Karajgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Karajgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karajgaon is 65.03%. Male literacy is 73.19% and female literacy is 56.74%.