Karanji
About Karanji
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karanji village is 336443. Karanji village is located in Garbeta Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 31.7km away from sub-district headquarter Garbeta . Midnapur is the district headquarter of Karanji village. As per 2009 stats, Makli is the gram panchayat of Karanji village.
The total geographical area of village is 107.78 hectares. Karanji has a total population of 283 peoples, out of which male population is 140 while female population is 143. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1021 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karanji village is 57.24% out of which 62.14% males and 52.45% females are literate. There are about 56 houses in karanji village. Pincode of karanji village locality is 721121.
When it comes to administration, Karanji village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Karanji village comes under Salboni Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency. Amlagora is nearest town to karanji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Karanji
The population details of Karanji cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 283 | 140 | 143 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 224 | 110 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 87 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 53 | 68 |
Connectivity of Karanji
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Karanji
Where is Karanji located?
Karanji village is situated in Garbeta Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanji?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanji is Makli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karanji?
The pincode of Karanji is 721121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanji is 283, with 140 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karanji village has a total of 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanji is 57.24%. The male literacy rate is 62.14%, while the female literacy rate is 52.45%.