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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Karanjgavhan village had a total population of 5,026 people, including 2,645 males and 2,381 females, living in 1,014 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.02%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 69.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 499, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 739.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Karanjgavhan?
The Village 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 had a total population of 5,026, including 2,645 males and 2,381 females.
How many households are there in Karanjgavhan?
Karanjgavhan had 1,014 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjgavhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanjgavhan was 76.02%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 69.09%.