Karanji - Jintur, Parbhani
Karanji is a village situated in the Jintur tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jintur and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Karanji village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanji is 546540. The village covers a total geographical area of 772 hectares and falls under the 431510 pincode. Jintur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Karanji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karanji
According to the 2011 Census, Karanji village had a total population of 1,502 people, including 726 males and 776 females, living in 305 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.31%, with male literacy at 75.64% and female literacy at 53.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 438.
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 | 1,502 | 726 | 776 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 102 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 438 | 215 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 811 | 472 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 691 | 254 | 437 |
Nearby Villages of Karanji
Karanji 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpalgaon Kajale | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Dahegaon | West | 2.52 km |
| Sankrala | North | 3.24 km |
| Ambarwadi | East | 3.53 km |
| Kurhadi | South-West | 3.94 km |
| Bamani Bk | North-East | 4.58 km |
| Kumbephal | North | 4.91 km |
| Angalgaon | South-East | 5.09 km |
| Borgalwadi | West | 5.17 km |
| Korwadi | North-West | 5.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanji
Public transport in the Karanji is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Selu, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.6 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 Jintur to Karanji is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Karanji is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanji 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karanji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanji 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karanji
Where is Karanji located?
Karanji village is located in Jintur Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karanji?
Karanji is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karanji?
The pincode of Karanji is 431510.
What is the population of Karanji?
Karanji had a total population of 1,502, including 726 males and 776 females.
How many households are there in Karanji?
Karanji had 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanji was 64.31%. Male literacy was 75.64% and female literacy was 53.22%.