Karanja

Karanja is a village located in Baliapal tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Baliapal (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Jagatipur is the gram panchayat of Karanja village.

Karanja has its own place in the vibrant Baleshwar 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 Karanja

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanja is 392090. The village spans a total geographical area of 231 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756083. Baleshwar is nearest town to Karanja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 57km away.

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Population of Karanja

Below is a concise population overview of Karanja as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,771 908 863
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 221 115 106
Scheduled Castes (SC) 421 219 202
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,204 671 533
Illiterate Population 567 237 330

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

  • The total population of Karanja village is around 1,771, including approximately 908 males and 863 females, with a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 221 children aged 0–6 years in Karanja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karanja village has 421 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karanja village is about 67.98%, with male literacy at 73.90% and female literacy at 61.76%.
  • There are around 393 households in Karanja village.

Connectivity of Karanja

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karanja. As per the 2011 stats, Karanja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karanja

Knowing the nearby villages of Karanja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karanja.

Ranikhudi Bramhanbaisada Paikabaisada Haranbalipatna Sainidiha 2 Rautara Pratappur Khaladiha 1 Naigati Manikasimulia Gosanibindha

Frequently Asked Questions about Karanja

Where is Karanja located?
Karanja village is situated in Baliapal Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanja?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanja is Jagatipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karanja?
The pincode of Karanja is 756083, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karanja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanja is 1,771, with 908 males and 863 females.
How many households are there in Karanja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karanja village has a total of 393 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanja is 67.98%. The male literacy rate is 73.90%, while the female literacy rate is 61.76%.