Karanjia - Remuna, Balasore
Karanjia is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Baleshwar Sadar and around 3 km from Baleshwar. Karanjia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanjia is 392759. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 756056 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 1 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 Remuna 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 3,600 people, including 1,872 males and 1,728 females, living in 876 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.72%, with male literacy at 97.81% and female literacy at 95.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 411, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 179.
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 | 3,600 | 1,872 | 1,728 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 180 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 411 | 214 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 80 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 3,189 | 1,655 | 1,534 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 217 | 194 |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanjia
Karanjia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Karanjia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Karanjia is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Karanjia is about 3 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Karanjia
Where is Karanjia located?
Karanjia village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karanjia?
Karanjia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karanjia?
The pincode of Karanjia is 756056.
What is the population of Karanjia?
Karanjia had a total population of 3,600, including 1,872 males and 1,728 females.
How many households are there in Karanjia?
Karanjia had 876 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanjia was 96.72%. Male literacy was 97.81% and female literacy was 95.58%.