Karangi
Karangi is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 76.2km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Karanji is the gram panchayat of Karangi village.
Here you can discover what makes Karangi unique in its vibrant Kushmundi-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Karangi’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 Karangi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karangi is 310435. The village spans a total geographical area of 303.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733132. Kaliaganj is nearest town to Karangi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Karangi
Population of Karangi
According to the 2011 Census, Karangi has a total population of about 3,772, with approximately 1,883 males and 1,889 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 537 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 179 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.69%, with male literacy at about 63.99% and female literacy near 59.40%. There are around 815 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karangi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,772 | 1,883 | 1,889 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 537 | 271 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 86 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,327 | 1,205 | 1,122 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,445 | 678 | 767 |
Connectivity of Karangi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karangi. As per the 2011 stats, Karangi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karangi
Knowing the nearby villages of Karangi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karangi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karangi
- Where is Karangi located?
- Karangi village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karangi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karangi is Karanji (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karangi?
- The pincode of Karangi is 733132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karangi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karangi is 3,772, with 1,883 males and 1,889 females.
- How many households are there in Karangi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karangi village has a total of 815 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karangi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karangi is 61.69%. The male literacy rate is 63.99%, while the female literacy rate is 59.40%.