Karanga
Karanga is a village located in Bagda subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 28.1km away from sub-district headquarter Bagda (tehsildar office) and 70.8km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Koniara I is the gram panchayat of Karanga village.
Here you can discover what makes Karanga unique in its vibrant Bagda-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Karanga’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 Karanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanga is 322482. The village spans a total geographical area of 589.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743251. Bongaon is nearest town to Karanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Karanga
Population of Karanga
According to the 2011 Census, Karanga has a total population of about 4,398, with approximately 2,240 males and 2,158 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 452 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,161 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 246. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.55%, with male literacy at about 64.73% and female literacy near 58.25%. There are around 1,043 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,398 | 2,240 | 2,158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 452 | 230 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,161 | 578 | 583 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 246 | 132 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 2,707 | 1,450 | 1,257 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,691 | 790 | 901 |
Connectivity of Karanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karanga. As per the 2011 stats, Karanga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Karanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karanga
- Where is Karanga located?
- Karanga village is situated in Bagda Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karanga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karanga is Koniara I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karanga?
- The pincode of Karanga is 743251, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanga is 4,398, with 2,240 males and 2,158 females.
- How many households are there in Karanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karanga village has a total of 1,043 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanga is 61.55%. The male literacy rate is 64.73%, while the female literacy rate is 58.25%.