Karanjia - Nilagiri, Balasore
Karanjia is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Nilagiri and around 16 km from Baleshwar. Kanas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanjia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanjia is 393120. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 756020 pincode. Nilagiri is the nearest town, located about 13 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 Nilgiri 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 177 people, including 95 males and 82 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.56%, with male literacy at 57.32% and female literacy at 53.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 177 | 95 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 70 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 48 | 44 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nilagiri to Karanjia is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Karanjia is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Karanjia
Where is Karanjia located?
Karanjia village is located in Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karanjia?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanjia is Kanas.
What is the pincode of Karanjia?
The pincode of Karanjia is 756020.
What is the population of Karanjia?
Karanjia had a total population of 177, including 95 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Karanjia?
Karanjia had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanjia was 55.56%. Male literacy was 57.32% and female literacy was 53.52%.