Karanji

Karanji is a village located in Mahoor tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Mahoor (tehsildar office) and 150km 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 544187. The village spans a total geographical area of 581.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 431805. Kinwat is nearest town to Karanji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km 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.

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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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,376 1,205 1,171
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 256 125 131
Scheduled Castes (SC) 149 75 74
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 90 45 45
Literate Population 1,622 921 701
Illiterate Population 754 284 470

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karanji village:

  • The total population of Karanji village is around 2,376, including approximately 1,205 males and 1,171 females, with a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 256 children aged 0–6 years in Karanji village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karanji village has 149 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 90 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Karanji village is about 68.27%, with male literacy at 76.43% and female literacy at 59.86%.
  • There are around 526 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 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 Mahoor 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 pincode of Karanji?
The pincode of Karanji is 431805, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanji is 2,376, with 1,205 males and 1,171 females.
How many households are there in Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karanji village has a total of 526 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanji is 68.27%. The male literacy rate is 76.43%, while the female literacy rate is 59.86%.