Karanje
Karanje is a village located in Karmala tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Karmala (tehsildar office) and 137km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Karnje is the gram panchayat of Karanje village.
Here you can discover what makes Karanje unique in its vibrant Karmala-Solapur region. You’ll see Karanje’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Karanje
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanje is 561839. The village spans a total geographical area of 1005.15 hectares. Karmala is nearest town to Karanje village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karanje 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 Karmala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Madha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karanje
Population of Karanje
According to the 2011 Census, Karanje has a total population of about 1,799, with approximately 958 males and 841 females. The sex ratio is around 877 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 184 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 306 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 31. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.15%, with male literacy at about 77.14% and female literacy near 60.05%. There are around 420 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karanje's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,799 | 958 | 841 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 108 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 160 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,244 | 739 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 555 | 219 | 336 |
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) |
|---|---|
| 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 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 Karmala Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karanje?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karanje is Karnje (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Karanje as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanje is 1,799, with 958 males and 841 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 69.15%. The male literacy rate is 77.14%, while the female literacy rate is 60.05%.