Karanja
Karanja is a village located in Belaghar tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Belaghar (tehsildar office) and 150km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Guma is the gram panchayat of Karanja village.
Karanja has its own place in the vibrant Kandhamal 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 417100. The village spans a total geographical area of 57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762107. G. Udayagiri is nearest town to Karanja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 96km 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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 144 | 72 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 33 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 39 | 65 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karanja village:
- The total population of Karanja village is around 144, including approximately 72 males and 72 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 21 children aged 0–6 years in Karanja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karanja village has 61 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 82 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karanja village is about 27.78%, with male literacy at 45.83% and female literacy at 9.72%.
- There are around 35 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 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 Belaghar Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karanja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karanja is Guma (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 762107, 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 144, with 72 males and 72 females.
- How many households are there in Karanja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karanja village has a total of 35 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karanja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanja is 27.78%. The male literacy rate is 45.83%, while the female literacy rate is 9.72%.