Kali Karanja - Karanja, Washim
Kali Karanja is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Kherda (ka) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kali Karanja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kali Karanja is 531007. The village covers a total geographical area of 1197.77 hectares and falls under the 444105 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Kali Karanja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kali Karanja
As per Census 2011, Kali Karanja village has a total population of 4,173 people, consisting of 2,177 males and 1,996 females. The village has 958 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 413 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,588 literate and 585 illiterate residents. Additionally, 499 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 179 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kali Karanja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,173 | 2,177 | 1,996 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 413 | 236 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 499 | 271 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 89 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 3,588 | 1,881 | 1,707 |
| Illiterate Population | 585 | 296 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Kali Karanja
Kali Karanja is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kali Karanja
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kali Karanja. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kali Karanja.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanja to Kali Karanja is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Kali Karanja is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kali Karanja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kali Karanja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kali Karanja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kali Karanja 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 Kali Karanja
Where is Kali Karanja located?
Kali Karanja village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kali Karanja?
The Gram Panchayat of Kali Karanja is Kherda (ka).
What is the pincode of Kali Karanja?
The pincode of Kali Karanja is 444105.
What is the population of Kali Karanja?
Kali Karanja has a total population of 4,173, including 2,177 males and 1,996 females.
How many households are there in Kali Karanja?
There are 958 households in Kali Karanja.
What is the literacy rate in Kali Karanja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kali Karanja is 85.98%. Male literacy is 86.40% and female literacy is 85.52%.