Karanji

Karanji is a village located in Mahagaon tehsil of Yavatmal district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Mahagaon (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Yavatmal. As per 2009 stats, Karanji I is the gram panchayat of Karanji village.

Here you can discover what makes Karanji unique in its vibrant Mahagaon-Yavatmal region. You’ll see Karanji’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Karanji

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanji is 543120. The village spans a total geographical area of 771 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 445205. Pusad is nearest town to Karanji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.

When it comes to local governance, Karanji village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Umarkhed Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Karanji

According to the 2011 Census, Karanji has a total population of about 1,623, with approximately 861 males and 762 females. The sex ratio is around 885 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 237 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 178 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.08%, with male literacy at about 69.92% and female literacy near 57.48%. There are around 371 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karanji's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,623 861 762
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 237 142 95
Scheduled Castes (SC) 178 87 91
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 3 N/A
Literate Population 1,040 602 438
Illiterate Population 583 259 324

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 Mahagaon Tehsil, within the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Karanji?

The Gram Panchayat of Karanji is Karanji I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.

What is the pincode of Karanji?

The pincode of Karanji is 445205, 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 1,623, with 861 males and 762 females.

How many households are there in Karanji as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Karanji village has a total of 371 households.

What is the literacy rate in Karanji as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanji is 64.08%. The male literacy rate is 69.92%, while the female literacy rate is 57.48%.