Karanjia - Basta, Balasore
Karanjia is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Basta and around 36 km from Baleshwar. Patharjhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanjia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanjia is 392406. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Karanjia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanjia
According to the 2011 Census, Karanjia village had a total population of 670 people, including 343 males and 327 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.41%, with male literacy at 80.41% and female literacy at 56.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 618.
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 | 670 | 343 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 52 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 618 | 318 | 300 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 234 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 109 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Karanjia
Karanjia 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 Karanjia
Karanjia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Karanjia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Karanjia is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Karanjia is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanjia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanjia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karanjia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanjia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karanjia
Where is Karanjia located?
Karanjia village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karanjia?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanjia is Patharjhara.
What is the pincode of Karanjia?
The pincode of Karanjia is 756029.
What is the population of Karanjia?
Karanjia had a total population of 670, including 343 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Karanjia?
Karanjia had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanjia was 68.41%. Male literacy was 80.41% and female literacy was 56.03%.