Karanjgavhan - Malegaon, Nashik
Karanjgavhan is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Karanj Gavhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanjgavhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanjgavhan is 550187. The village covers a total geographical area of 1548 hectares and falls under the 423105 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Karanjgavhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanjgavhan
As per Census 2011, Karanjgavhan village has a total population of 5,026 people, consisting of 2,645 males and 2,381 females. The village has 1,014 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 702 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,287 literate and 1,739 illiterate residents. Additionally, 499 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 739 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanjgavhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,026 | 2,645 | 2,381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 702 | 385 | 317 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 499 | 262 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 739 | 389 | 350 |
| Literate Population | 3,287 | 1,861 | 1,426 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,739 | 784 | 955 |
Nearby Villages of Karanjgavhan
Karanjgavhan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hatane | East | 2.86 km |
| Kukane | West | 3.04 km |
| Lendane | South | 4.14 km |
| Khadaki | South-East | 4.45 km |
| Dahidi | North | 5.56 km |
| Dabli | South-West | 6.00 km |
| Kankrale | West | 6.13 km |
| Vajirkhede | South-West | 6.29 km |
| Tokade | East | 6.31 km |
| Mohapade | East | 6.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanjgavhan
Public transport in the Karanjgavhan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mohadi Pragane Laling, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.1 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 Malegaon to Karanjgavhan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Karanjgavhan is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanjgavhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanjgavhan 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 Karanjgavhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanjgavhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karanjgavhan
Where is Karanjgavhan located?
Karanjgavhan village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanjgavhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanjgavhan is Karanj Gavhan.
What is the pincode of Karanjgavhan?
The pincode of Karanjgavhan is 423105.
What is the population of Karanjgavhan?
Karanjgavhan has a total population of 5,026, including 2,645 males and 2,381 females.
How many households are there in Karanjgavhan?
There are 1,014 households in Karanjgavhan.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjgavhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanjgavhan is 65.40%. Male literacy is 70.36% and female literacy is 59.89%.