Karanja - Niali, Cuttack
Karanja is a village situated in the Niali tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niali and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Sagadailo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanja is 400297. The village covers a total geographical area of 187 hectares and falls under the 754294 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Karanja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanja
According to the 2011 Census, Karanja village had a total population of 786 people, including 384 males and 402 females, living in 222 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.42%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 77.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 268, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 786 | 384 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 54 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 138 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 308 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 76 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Karanja
Karanja is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Palasa | North-East | 1.12 km |
| Suanlo | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Garapada | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Polasara | West | 1.97 km |
| Pahanga | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Kalakha (mahisagotha) | East | 2.06 km |
| Pokharigan | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Sagadailo | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Sundarada | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Deuli | South | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanja
Karanja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Raghunathpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Karanja is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karanja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karanja
Where is Karanja located?
Karanja village is located in Niali Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karanja?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanja is Sagadailo.
What is the pincode of Karanja?
The pincode of Karanja is 754294.
What is the population of Karanja?
Karanja had a total population of 786, including 384 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Karanja?
Karanja had 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanja was 85.42%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 77.94%.