Karajai - Shahade, Nandurbar
Karajai is a village situated in the Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahade and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Karjai serves as the Village Panchayat for Karajai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karajai is 525582. The village covers a total geographical area of 449.36 hectares and falls under the 425422 pincode. Shahade is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Karajai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandurbar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Karajai
According to the 2011 Census, Karajai village had a total population of 1,214 people, including 607 males and 607 females, living in 248 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.33%, with male literacy at 75.85% and female literacy at 55.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 719.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,214 | 607 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 77 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 719 | 351 | 368 |
| Literate Population | 703 | 402 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 511 | 205 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Karajai
Karajai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Damarkheda | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Bupkari | West | 1.81 km |
| Lambole | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Vardhe | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Dhurkheda | North | 3.16 km |
| Manarad | East | 3.49 km |
| Tembhe.ta.sha. | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Nandarkheda | South | 3.92 km |
| Shirud Digar | East | 4.72 km |
| Palasvade | South | 5.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karajai
Karajai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tisi, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahade to Karajai is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Karajai is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karajai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karajai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karajai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karajai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karajai
Where is Karajai located?
Karajai village is located in Shahade Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karajai?
The Village Panchayat of Karajai is Karjai.
What is the pincode of Karajai?
The pincode of Karajai is 425422.
What is the population of Karajai?
Karajai had a total population of 1,214, including 607 males and 607 females.
How many households are there in Karajai?
Karajai had 248 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karajai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karajai was 65.33%. Male literacy was 75.85% and female literacy was 55.13%.