Karanja
Karanja is a village located in Marsaghai tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Marsaghai (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Karanja village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karanja unique in its vibrant Marsaghai-Kendrapara 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 396924. The village spans a total geographical area of 610 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754224. Kendrapara is nearest town to Karanja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Karanja
Population of Karanja
According to the 2011 Census, Karanja has a total population of about 3,137, with approximately 1,540 males and 1,597 females. The sex ratio is around 1037 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 332 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 748 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.70%, with male literacy at about 76.30% and female literacy near 65.31%. There are around 706 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 | 3,137 | 1,540 | 1,597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 162 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 748 | 361 | 387 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,218 | 1,175 | 1,043 |
| Illiterate Population | 919 | 365 | 554 |
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 Marsaghai Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karanja?
- Karanja serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karanja?
- The pincode of Karanja is 754224, 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 3,137, with 1,540 males and 1,597 females.
- How many households are there in Karanja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karanja village has a total of 706 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karanja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanja is 70.70%. The male literacy rate is 76.30%, while the female literacy rate is 65.31%.