Karanjon - Vasai, Palghar
Karanjon is a village situated in the Vasai tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 81 km from Vasai and around 78 km from Thane. Karanjon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanjon is 552432. The village covers a total geographical area of 1440.78 hectares and falls under the 401303 pincode. Virar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Karanjon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Boisar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanjon
As per Census 2011, Karanjon village has a total population of 1,230 people, consisting of 615 males and 615 females. The village has 248 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 627 literate and 603 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,188 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanjon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,230 | 615 | 615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 107 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,188 | 586 | 602 |
| Literate Population | 627 | 364 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 603 | 251 | 352 |
Nearby Villages of Karanjon
Karanjon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karanjon
Karanjon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karanjon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Virar to Karanjon is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Karanjon is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanjon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanjon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karanjon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanjon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karanjon
Where is Karanjon located?
Karanjon village is located in Vasai Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanjon?
Karanjon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karanjon?
The pincode of Karanjon is 401303.
What is the population of Karanjon?
Karanjon has a total population of 1,230, including 615 males and 615 females.
How many households are there in Karanjon?
There are 248 households in Karanjon.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanjon is 50.98%. Male literacy is 59.19% and female literacy is 42.76%.