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.
Karanji has its own place in the vibrant Nanded 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Karanji as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karanji village:
- The total population of Karanji village is around 1,139, including approximately 592 males and 547 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 170 children aged 0–6 years in Karanji village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karanji village has 152 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 14 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karanji village is about 59.70%, with male literacy at 67.74% and female literacy at 51.01%.
- There are around 223 households in Karanji village.
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%.