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.
Karanja has its own place in the vibrant Wardha 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Karanja as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karanja village:
- The total population of Karanja village is around 13,369, including approximately 6,778 males and 6,591 females, with a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,428 children aged 0–6 years in Karanja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karanja village has 804 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 331 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karanja village is about 81.08%, with male literacy at 83.98% and female literacy at 78.09%.
- There are around 3,174 households in Karanja village.
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%.