Karandi - Shirur, Pune
Karandi is a village situated in the Shirur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Karandi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karandi is 555597. The village covers a total geographical area of 2542.24 hectares and falls under the 412208 pincode. Shirur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Karandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karandi
As per Census 2011, Karandi village has a total population of 5,248 people, consisting of 2,711 males and 2,537 females. The village has 1,084 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 608 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,742 literate and 1,506 illiterate residents. Additionally, 436 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 197 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,248 | 2,711 | 2,537 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 608 | 315 | 293 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 436 | 208 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 106 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 3,742 | 2,096 | 1,646 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,506 | 615 | 891 |
Nearby Villages of Karandi
Karandi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jategaon Kh. | South-East | 3.48 km |
| Pimpale Jagtap | South | 3.74 km |
| Mukhai | North-East | 4.15 km |
| Jategaon Bk. | East | 5.76 km |
| Kendur | North-West | 6.44 km |
| Siddhegavhan | South-West | 6.58 km |
| Bahul | West | 6.62 km |
| Chinchoshi | North-West | 6.74 km |
| Wadhu Bk. | South | 7.03 km |
| Pimpale Khalsa | East | 7.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karandi
Karandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Manjari Budruk, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.3 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 Shirur to Karandi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Karandi is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karandi 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 Karandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karandi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karandi
Where is Karandi located?
Karandi village is located in Shirur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karandi?
Karandi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karandi?
The pincode of Karandi is 412208.
What is the population of Karandi?
Karandi has a total population of 5,248, including 2,711 males and 2,537 females.
How many households are there in Karandi?
There are 1,084 households in Karandi.
What is the literacy rate in Karandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karandi is 71.30%. Male literacy is 77.31% and female literacy is 64.88%.