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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Karli village had a total population of 692 people, including 347 males and 345 females, living in 197 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.77%, with male literacy at 92.50% and female literacy at 80.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 328.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 692 | 347 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 328 | 167 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Karli?
Karli is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karli?
The pincode of Karli is 444105.
What is the population of Karli?
Karli had a total population of 692, including 347 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Karli?
Karli had 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karli was 86.77%. Male literacy was 92.50% and female literacy was 80.95%.