Karanjgaon - Mawal, Pune
Karanjgaon is a village situated in the Mawal tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadgaon and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Karanjgaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanjgaon is 555926. The village covers a total geographical area of 321.15 hectares and falls under the 410405 pincode. Talegaon Dabhade is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Karanjgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maval Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Karanjgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Karanjgaon village had a total population of 900 people, including 475 males and 425 females, living in 174 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.34%, with male literacy at 83.41% and female literacy at 60.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 900 | 475 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 65 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 342 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 133 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Karanjgaon
Karanjgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Moramarwadi | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Pale Nane Mawal | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Vaund | East | 2.61 km |
| Kambare N.m. | South | 2.78 km |
| Govitri | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Sai | South-East | 3.71 km |
| Kacharewadi | East | 3.86 km |
| Budhavadi | South | 3.91 km |
| Vadavali | West | 3.97 km |
| Mau | North-East | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanjgaon
Karanjgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kamshet, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.5 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 Talegaon Dabhade to Karanjgaon is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Karanjgaon is about 53 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 Karanjgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanjgaon 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 Karanjgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanjgaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karanjgaon
Where is Karanjgaon located?
Karanjgaon village is located in Mawal Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karanjgaon?
Karanjgaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karanjgaon?
The pincode of Karanjgaon is 410405.
What is the population of Karanjgaon?
Karanjgaon had a total population of 900, including 475 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Karanjgaon?
Karanjgaon had 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanjgaon was 72.34%. Male literacy was 83.41% and female literacy was 60.11%.