Karanjani
Karanjani is a village located in Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Dapoli Camp (tehsildar office) and 125km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Karanjani village is also a gram panchayat.
Karanjani 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 Karanjani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanjani is 564881. The village spans a total geographical area of 941 hectares. Dapoli Camp is nearest town to Karanjani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karanjani 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.
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Population of Karanjani
Below is a concise population overview of Karanjani as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,097 | 518 | 579 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 16 | 8 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
Literate Population | 826 | 424 | 402 |
Illiterate Population | 271 | 94 | 177 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karanjani village:
- The total population of Karanjani village is around 1,097, including approximately 518 males and 579 females, with a sex ratio of 1117 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 86 children aged 0–6 years in Karanjani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karanjani village has 24 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 12 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karanjani village is about 75.30%, with male literacy at 81.85% and female literacy at 69.43%.
- There are around 290 households in Karanjani village.
Connectivity of Karanjani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karanjani. As per the 2011 stats, Karanjani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Karanjani
Knowing the nearby villages of Karanjani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karanjani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karanjani
- Where is Karanjani located?
- Karanjani village is situated in Dapoli Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karanjani?
- Karanjani serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Karanjani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanjani is 1,097, with 518 males and 579 females.
- How many households are there in Karanjani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karanjani village has a total of 290 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karanjani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanjani is 75.30%. The male literacy rate is 81.85%, while the female literacy rate is 69.43%.