Karanji
Karanji is a village located in Himayatnagar tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Himayatnagar (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Karanji village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karanji unique in its vibrant Himayatnagar-Nanded region. You’ll see Karanji’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 Karanji
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanji is 544433. The village spans a total geographical area of 343 hectares. Hadgoan is nearest town to Karanji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karanji 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 Hadgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karanji
Population of Karanji
According to the 2011 Census, Karanji has a total population of about 1,139, with approximately 592 males and 547 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 170 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 152 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 14. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.70%, with male literacy at about 67.74% and female literacy near 51.01%. There are around 223 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karanji's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,139 | 592 | 547 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 90 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 86 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 680 | 401 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 191 | 268 |
Connectivity of Karanji
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karanji. As per the 2011 stats, Karanji 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karanji
Knowing the nearby villages of Karanji helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karanji.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karanji
- Where is Karanji located?
- Karanji village is situated in Himayatnagar Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karanji?
- Karanji serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanji is 1,139, with 592 males and 547 females.
- How many households are there in Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karanji village has a total of 223 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanji is 59.70%. The male literacy rate is 67.74%, while the female literacy rate is 51.01%.