Kherda Karanja - Karanja, Washim
Kherda Karanja is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Kherda (ka) serves as the Village Panchayat for Kherda Karanja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherda Karanja is 530944. The village covers a total geographical area of 641.87 hectares and falls under the 444105 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Kherda Karanja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kherda Karanja
According to the 2011 Census, Kherda Karanja village had a total population of 1,307 people, including 675 males and 632 females, living in 323 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.09%, with male literacy at 91.40% and female literacy at 82.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 122, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 414.
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 | 1,307 | 675 | 632 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 82 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 58 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 414 | 214 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 1,005 | 542 | 463 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 133 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Kherda Karanja
Kherda 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 Kherda Karanja
Kherda Karanja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kherda Karanja is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Kherda Karanja is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kherda Karanja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherda 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 Kherda 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 Kherda 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 Kherda Karanja
Where is Kherda Karanja located?
Kherda Karanja village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kherda Karanja?
The Village Panchayat of Kherda Karanja is Kherda (ka).
What is the pincode of Kherda Karanja?
The pincode of Kherda Karanja is 444105.
What is the population of Kherda Karanja?
Kherda Karanja had a total population of 1,307, including 675 males and 632 females.
How many households are there in Kherda Karanja?
Kherda Karanja had 323 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kherda Karanja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherda Karanja was 87.09%. Male literacy was 91.40% and female literacy was 82.53%.