Karanje
About Karanje
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karanje village is 552062. Karanje village is located in Vada tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Vada (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Sapane Bk is the gram panchayat of Karanje village.
The total geographical area of village is 206.73 hectares. Karanje has a total population of 601 peoples, out of which male population is 314 while female population is 287. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 914 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karanje village is 45.59% out of which 56.37% males and 33.80% females are literate. There are about 147 houses in karanje village.
When it comes to administration, Karanje village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Karanje village comes under Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency. Palghar is nearest town to karanje village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.
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Population of Karanje
The population details of Karanje cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 601 | 314 | 287 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 94 | 52 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 597 | 314 | 283 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 177 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 137 | 190 |
Connectivity of Karanje
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Karanje
Where is Karanje located?
Karanje village is situated in Vada Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanje?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanje is Sapane Bk (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 601, with 314 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Karanje as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karanje village has a total of 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanje as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanje is 45.59%. The male literacy rate is 56.37%, while the female literacy rate is 33.80%.