Karanji

Karanji is a village located in Dantan I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Dantan are the district & sub-district headquarters of Karanji village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Salikotha is the gram panchayat of Karanji village.

Karanji has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Karanji

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanji is 343809. The village spans a total geographical area of 24.47 hectares. Kharagpur is nearest town to Karanji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.

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Population of Karanji

Below is a concise population overview of Karanji as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 155 80 75
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 14 9 5
Scheduled Castes (SC) 6 4 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 132 69 63
Illiterate Population 23 11 12

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

  • The total population of Karanji village is around 155, including approximately 80 males and 75 females, with a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 14 children aged 0–6 years in Karanji village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karanji village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karanji village is about 85.16%, with male literacy at 86.25% and female literacy at 84.00%.
  • There are around 37 households in Karanji village.

Connectivity of Karanji

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karanji. As per the 2011 stats, Karanji had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Karanji

Knowing the nearby villages of Karanji helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karanji.

Nanda Kapasia Kunjapur Nagpara Paikbar Shara Shanka Kuhura Ekamalipur Nek Batia Mirzapur Raisima Uttar Shalikota

Frequently Asked Questions about Karanji

Where is Karanji located?
Karanji village is situated in Dantan I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanji?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanji is Salikotha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanji is 155, with 80 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karanji village has a total of 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanji is 85.16%. The male literacy rate is 86.25%, while the female literacy rate is 84.00%.