Karajgaon
Karajgaon is a village located in Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Dapoli Camp (tehsildar office) and 150km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Karjagaon is the gram panchayat of Karajgaon village.
Karajgaon has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Karajgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karajgaon is 564891. The village spans a total geographical area of 558 hectares. Dapoli Camp is nearest town to Karajgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karajgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karajgaon
Population of Karajgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Karajgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 860 | 339 | 521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 614 | 274 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 65 | 181 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karajgaon village:
- The total population of Karajgaon village is around 860, including approximately 339 males and 521 females, with a sex ratio of 1536 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 73 children aged 0–6 years in Karajgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karajgaon village has 3 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karajgaon village is about 71.40%, with male literacy at 80.83% and female literacy at 65.26%.
- There are around 272 households in Karajgaon village.
Connectivity of Karajgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karajgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Karajgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karajgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Karajgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karajgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karajgaon
- Where is Karajgaon located?
- Karajgaon village is situated in Dapoli Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karajgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karajgaon is Karjagaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Karajgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karajgaon is 860, with 339 males and 521 females.
- How many households are there in Karajgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karajgaon village has a total of 272 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karajgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karajgaon is 71.40%. The male literacy rate is 80.83%, while the female literacy rate is 65.26%.