Karjoona - Atru, Baran
Karjoona is a village situated in the Atru tehsil of Baran district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atru and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Baran. Shergarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karjoona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karjoona is 102918. The village covers a total geographical area of 431.15 hectares and falls under the 325223 pincode. Baran is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Karjoona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baran-atru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karjoona
According to the 2011 Census, Karjoona village had a total population of 707 people, including 358 males and 349 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.99%, with male literacy at 87.42% and female literacy at 59.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 91, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 56.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 707 | 358 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 40 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 278 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 80 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Karjoona
Karjoona is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Barodiya | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Achrawa | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Kanwariya | South | 1.59 km |
| Kishanpura Masaldaran | South-East | 2.26 km |
| Mehla | North | 2.66 km |
| Gordi Jagir | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Nanawata | North-East | 4.09 km |
| Kerwaliya | East | 4.11 km |
| Narsinghpura | South-East | 4.36 km |
| Raipuriya | West | 4.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karjoona
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Karjoona. The nearest railway station is Salpura, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baran to Karjoona is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karjoona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karjoona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karjoona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karjoona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karjoona
Where is Karjoona located?
Karjoona village is located in Atru Tehsil, Baran district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karjoona?
The Gram Panchayat of Karjoona is Shergarh.
What is the pincode of Karjoona?
The pincode of Karjoona is 325223.
What is the population of Karjoona?
Karjoona had a total population of 707, including 358 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Karjoona?
Karjoona had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karjoona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karjoona was 73.99%. Male literacy was 87.42% and female literacy was 59.80%.