Karanja
Karanja is a village located in Narala tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Narala (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Nisangpur is the gram panchayat of Karanja village.
Here you can discover what makes Karanja unique in its vibrant Narala-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Karanja’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 Karanja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanja is 422819. The village spans a total geographical area of 204 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766002. Madanpur Rampur is nearest town to Karanja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Karanja
Population of Karanja
According to the 2011 Census, Karanja has a total population of about 339, with approximately 154 males and 185 females. The sex ratio is around 1201 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 55 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 34 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 145. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.64%, with male literacy at about 66.23% and female literacy near 48.65%. There are around 85 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karanja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 339 | 154 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 65 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 102 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 52 | 95 |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karanja
- Where is Karanja located?
- Karanja village is situated in Narala Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karanja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karanja is Nisangpur (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 766002, 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 339, with 154 males and 185 females.
- How many households are there in Karanja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karanja village has a total of 85 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karanja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanja is 56.64%. The male literacy rate is 66.23%, while the female literacy rate is 48.65%.