Karanji
Karanji is a village located in Kinwat tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 95km away from sub-district headquarter Kinwat (tehsildar office) and 109km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Karanji E is the gram panchayat of Karanji village.
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 544357. The village spans a total geographical area of 598.49 hectares. Kinwat is nearest town to Karanji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 95km 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 Kinwat 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 | 348 | 170 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 103 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 134 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 36 | 75 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karanji village:
- The total population of Karanji village is around 348, including approximately 170 males and 178 females, with a sex ratio of 1047 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 44 children aged 0–6 years in Karanji village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karanji village has 58 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 220 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karanji village is about 68.10%, with male literacy at 78.82% and female literacy at 57.87%.
- There are around 75 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 <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 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 Kinwat Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karanji?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karanji is Karanji E (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanji is 348, with 170 males and 178 females.
- How many households are there in Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karanji village has a total of 75 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanji is 68.10%. The male literacy rate is 78.82%, while the female literacy rate is 57.87%.