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.
Here you can discover what makes Karanji unique in its vibrant Mahoor-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 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.
Google Map of Karanji
Population of Karanji
According to the 2011 Census, Karanji has a total population of about 2,376, with approximately 1,205 males and 1,171 females. The sex ratio is around 971 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 256 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 149 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 90. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.27%, with male literacy at about 76.43% and female literacy near 59.86%. There are around 526 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 |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.