Karanjwan - Dindori, Nashik
Karanjwan is a village situated in the Dindori tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dindori and around 1 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Karanjwan village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanjwan is 550609. The village covers a total geographical area of 1434 hectares and falls under the 422202 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Karanjwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dindori Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Karanjwan
According to the 2011 Census, Karanjwan village had a total population of 3,144 people, including 1,600 males and 1,544 females, living in 616 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.29%, with male literacy at 86.25% and female literacy at 70.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 349, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,530.
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 | 3,144 | 1,600 | 1,544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 403 | 204 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 349 | 184 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,530 | 766 | 764 |
| Literate Population | 2,146 | 1,204 | 942 |
| Illiterate Population | 998 | 396 | 602 |
Nearby Villages of Karanjwan
Karanjwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khedale | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Oze | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Dahegaon | East | 3.41 km |
| Mheluske | South | 3.77 km |
| Pimparkhed | North-West | 3.82 km |
| Malegaonkazi | North-East | 4.08 km |
| Lakhamapur | South-East | 4.71 km |
| Nalwadi | South-West | 4.78 km |
| Dahivi | North | 4.81 km |
| Phopshi | North-East | 5.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanjwan
Karanjwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khervadi, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nashik to Karanjwan is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanjwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanjwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karanjwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanjwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karanjwan
Where is Karanjwan located?
Karanjwan village is located in Dindori Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karanjwan?
Karanjwan is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karanjwan?
The pincode of Karanjwan is 422202.
What is the population of Karanjwan?
Karanjwan had a total population of 3,144, including 1,600 males and 1,544 females.
How many households are there in Karanjwan?
Karanjwan had 616 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanjwan was 78.29%. Male literacy was 86.25% and female literacy was 70.04%.