Karanjai

Karanjai is a village located in Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Digapahandi (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Kankia is the gram panchayat of Karanjai village.

Here you can discover what makes Karanjai unique in its vibrant Digapahandi-Ganjam region. You’ll see Karanjai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Karanjai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanjai is 412883. The village spans a total geographical area of 353 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761008. Brahmapur is nearest town to Karanjai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

When it comes to local governance, Karanjai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Berhampur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Karanjai

According to the 2011 Census, Karanjai has a total population of about 104, with approximately 52 males and 52 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 8 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 104. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.27%, with male literacy at about 78.85% and female literacy near 57.69%. There are around 32 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karanjai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 104 52 52
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 8 5 3
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 104 52 52
Literate Population 71 41 30
Illiterate Population 33 11 22

Connectivity of Karanjai

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

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

Nearby Villages of Karanjai

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Karanjai

Where is Karanjai located?
Karanjai village is situated in Digapahandi Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanjai?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanjai is Kankia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karanjai?
The pincode of Karanjai is 761008, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karanjai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanjai is 104, with 52 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Karanjai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karanjai village has a total of 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanjai is 68.27%. The male literacy rate is 78.85%, while the female literacy rate is 57.69%.