Karanjia
Karanjia is a village located in Champua tehsil of Kendujhar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Champua (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Kendujhar. As per 2009 stats, Karanjia village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karanjia unique in its vibrant Champua-Kendujhar region. You’ll see Karanjia’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 Karanjia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanjia is 385480. The village spans a total geographical area of 417 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 758044. Joda is nearest town to Karanjia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karanjia 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 Champua Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karanjia
Population of Karanjia
According to the 2011 Census, Karanjia has a total population of about 1,725, with approximately 842 males and 883 females. The sex ratio is around 1048 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 186 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 136 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 462. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.26%, with male literacy at about 75.06% and female literacy near 57.87%. There are around 417 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karanjia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,725 | 842 | 883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 81 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 462 | 220 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 1,143 | 632 | 511 |
| Illiterate Population | 582 | 210 | 372 |
Connectivity of Karanjia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karanjia. As per the 2011 stats, Karanjia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karanjia
Knowing the nearby villages of Karanjia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karanjia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karanjia
- Where is Karanjia located?
- Karanjia village is situated in Champua Tehsil, within the Kendujhar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karanjia?
- Karanjia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karanjia?
- The pincode of Karanjia is 758044, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karanjia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanjia is 1,725, with 842 males and 883 females.
- How many households are there in Karanjia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karanjia village has a total of 417 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karanjia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanjia is 66.26%. The male literacy rate is 75.06%, while the female literacy rate is 57.87%.