Karajgaon - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Karajgaon is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Karjagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karajgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karajgaon is 564891. The village covers a total geographical area of 558 hectares and falls under the 415720 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Karajgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karajgaon
As per Census 2011, Karajgaon village has a total population of 860 people, consisting of 339 males and 521 females. The village has 272 households and a sex ratio of 1,536 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 614 literate and 246 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karajgaon are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Karajgaon
Karajgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kinhal | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Tamastirth | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Devke | South | 2.27 km |
| Olgaon | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Teleshwarnagar | West | 2.73 km |
| Burondi | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Ladghar | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Gavhe | North | 3.02 km |
| Nigade | East | 3.16 km |
| Chikhalgaon | South | 3.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karajgaon
Public transport in the Karajgaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khed, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.6 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 Dapoli Camp to Karajgaon is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Karajgaon is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karajgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karajgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karajgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karajgaon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Karajgaon
Where is Karajgaon located?
Karajgaon village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karajgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Karajgaon is Karjagaon.
What is the pincode of Karajgaon?
The pincode of Karajgaon is 415720.
What is the population of Karajgaon?
Karajgaon has a total population of 860, including 339 males and 521 females.
How many households are there in Karajgaon?
There are 272 households in Karajgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Karajgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karajgaon is 71.40%. Male literacy is 80.83% and female literacy is 65.26%.