Karanje
Karanje is a village located in Kankavli tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kankavli (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Karanje village is also a gram panchayat.
Karanje has its own place in the vibrant Sindhudurg 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 Karanje
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanje is 566445. The village spans a total geographical area of 1396 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416601. Kankavli is nearest town to Karanje village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Karanje
Below is a concise population overview of Karanje 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 | 1,495 | 702 | 793 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 55 | 47 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 80 | 73 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,088 | 562 | 526 |
Illiterate Population | 407 | 140 | 267 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karanje village:
- The total population of Karanje village is around 1,495, including approximately 702 males and 793 females, with a sex ratio of 1129 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 102 children aged 0–6 years in Karanje village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karanje village has 153 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Karanje village is about 72.78%, with male literacy at 80.06% and female literacy at 66.33%.
- There are around 420 households in Karanje village.
Connectivity of Karanje
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karanje. As per the 2011 stats, Karanje 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karanje
Knowing the nearby villages of Karanje helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karanje.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karanje
- Where is Karanje located?
- Karanje village is situated in Kankavli Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karanje?
- Karanje serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karanje?
- The pincode of Karanje is 416601, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karanje as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanje is 1,495, with 702 males and 793 females.
- How many households are there in Karanje as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karanje village has a total of 420 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karanje as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanje is 72.78%. The male literacy rate is 80.06%, while the female literacy rate is 66.33%.