Karanji

Karanji is a village located in Risod tehsil of Washim district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Risod (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Washim. As per 2009 stats, Karanji village is also a gram panchayat.

Karanji has its own place in the vibrant Washim 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 Karanji

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanji is 531280. The village spans a total geographical area of 683 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 444505. Mehkar is nearest town to Karanji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Karanji

Below is a concise population overview of Karanji as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 971 508 463
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 115 52 63
Scheduled Castes (SC) 164 84 80
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 32 17 15
Literate Population 681 396 285
Illiterate Population 290 112 178

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karanji village:

  • The total population of Karanji village is around 971, including approximately 508 males and 463 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 115 children aged 0–6 years in Karanji village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karanji village has 164 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 32 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Karanji village is about 70.13%, with male literacy at 77.95% and female literacy at 61.56%.
  • There are around 222 households in Karanji village.

Connectivity of Karanji

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karanji. As per the 2011 stats, Karanji 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karanji

Knowing the nearby villages of Karanji helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karanji.

Frequently Asked Questions about Karanji

Where is Karanji located?
Karanji village is situated in Risod Tehsil, within the Washim district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanji?
Karanji serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Karanji?
The pincode of Karanji is 444505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanji is 971, with 508 males and 463 females.
How many households are there in Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karanji village has a total of 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanji is 70.13%. The male literacy rate is 77.95%, while the female literacy rate is 61.56%.