Karanja
Karanja is a village located in Karanja tehsil of Wardha district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Karanja (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Wardha. As per 2009 stats, Karanja village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karanja unique in its vibrant Karanja-Wardha region. You’ll see Karanja’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 Karanja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanja is 533580. The village spans a total geographical area of 1886.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 442203. Katol is nearest town to Karanja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Karanja
Population of Karanja
According to the 2011 Census, Karanja has a total population of about 13,369, with approximately 6,778 males and 6,591 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,428 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 804 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 331. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.08%, with male literacy at about 83.98% and female literacy near 78.09%. There are around 3,174 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karanja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,369 | 6,778 | 6,591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,428 | 743 | 685 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 804 | 416 | 388 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 331 | 172 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 10,839 | 5,692 | 5,147 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,530 | 1,086 | 1,444 |
Connectivity of Karanja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karanja. As per the 2011 stats, Karanja 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karanja
Knowing the nearby villages of Karanja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karanja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karanja
- Where is Karanja located?
- Karanja village is situated in Karanja Tehsil, within the Wardha district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karanja?
- Karanja serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karanja?
- The pincode of Karanja is 442203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karanja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanja is 13,369, with 6,778 males and 6,591 females.
- How many households are there in Karanja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karanja village has a total of 3,174 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karanja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanja is 81.08%. The male literacy rate is 83.98%, while the female literacy rate is 78.09%.