Karanja

Karanja is a village located in Gazole subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.5km away from sub-district headquarter Gazole (tehsildar office) and 33.3km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Majhra is the gram panchayat of Karanja village.

Karanja has its own place in the vibrant Maldah 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 312761. The village spans a total geographical area of 48.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732138. Old Malda is nearest town to Karanja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km 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 128 62 66
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 27 12 15
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 128 62 66
Literate Population 33 19 14
Illiterate Population 95 43 52

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

  • The total population of Karanja village is around 128, including approximately 62 males and 66 females, with a sex ratio of 1064 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 27 children aged 0–6 years in Karanja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karanja village has 128 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Karanja village is about 25.78%, with male literacy at 30.65% and female literacy at 21.21%.
  • There are around 30 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 5 - 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 Gazole Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanja?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanja is Majhra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karanja?
The pincode of Karanja is 732138, 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 128, with 62 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Karanja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karanja village has a total of 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanja is 25.78%. The male literacy rate is 30.65%, while the female literacy rate is 21.21%.