Karanje - Karmala, Solapur
Karanje is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 137 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Karnje serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanje village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanje is 561839. The village covers a total geographical area of 1005.15 hectares and falls under the 413203 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Karanje village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karmala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanje
As per Census 2011, Karanje village has a total population of 1,799 people, consisting of 958 males and 841 females. The village has 420 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,244 literate and 555 illiterate residents. Additionally, 306 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanje are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Karanje
Karanje 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dilmeshwar | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Khambewadi | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Bhalewadi | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Borgaon | North | 3.70 km |
| Dhaykhindi | West | 3.71 km |
| Aleshwar | East | 4.36 km |
| Arjunnagar | South | 4.37 km |
| Pande | South-West | 4.49 km |
| Nilaj | North | 4.84 km |
| Wadachiwadi | North-East | 5.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanje
Public transport in the Karanje is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jeur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.2 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 Karmala to Karanje is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Karanje is about 137 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanje
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanje village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karanje
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanje village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karanje
Where is Karanje located?
Karanje village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanje?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanje is Karnje.
What is the pincode of Karanje?
The pincode of Karanje is 413203.
What is the population of Karanje?
Karanje has a total population of 1,799, including 958 males and 841 females.
How many households are there in Karanje?
There are 420 households in Karanje.
What is the literacy rate in Karanje?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanje is 69.15%. Male literacy is 77.14% and female literacy is 60.05%.