Karli - Karanja, Washim
Karli is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Karli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karli is 530940. The village covers a total geographical area of 622.49 hectares and falls under the 444105 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Karli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karli
As per Census 2011, Karli village has a total population of 692 people, consisting of 347 males and 345 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 551 literate and 141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 328 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 692 | 347 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 328 | 167 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 551 | 296 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 51 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Karli
Karli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alimardapur | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Yawardi | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Loni (arab) | North | 2.50 km |
| Mohgavhan | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Nimbha Jahangir | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Dhanora Tathod | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Virgavhan | North | 3.79 km |
| Zodaga | West | 4.17 km |
| Ganeshpur | South-West | 4.34 km |
| Yevta | South | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karli
Karli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanja to Karli is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Karli is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karli 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karli
Where is Karli located?
Karli village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karli?
Karli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karli?
The pincode of Karli is 444105.
What is the population of Karli?
Karli has a total population of 692, including 347 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Karli?
There are 197 households in Karli.
What is the literacy rate in Karli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karli is 79.62%. Male literacy is 85.30% and female literacy is 73.91%.