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.

Karanja has its own place in the vibrant Kendrapara 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 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.

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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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karanja village:

  • The total population of Karanja village is around 3,137, including approximately 1,540 males and 1,597 females, with a sex ratio of 1037 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 332 children aged 0–6 years in Karanja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karanja village has 748 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karanja village is about 70.70%, with male literacy at 76.30% and female literacy at 65.31%.
  • There are around 706 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.

Aitipur Badakul Dahimachha Benupal Gobardhanpur Gokhapada Teragan Samantsingharpur Subala Raula Belar

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%.