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.

Karanji has its own place in the vibrant Yavatmal 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 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

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 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

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

  • The total population of Karanji village is around 1,623, including approximately 861 males and 762 females, with a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 237 children aged 0–6 years in Karanji village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karanji village has 178 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Karanji village is about 64.08%, with male literacy at 69.92% and female literacy at 57.48%.
  • There are around 371 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 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%.