Paikan Karanji
Paikan Karanji is a village located in Kharagpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Kharagpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Paikan Karanji village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kaliara Ii is the gram panchayat of Paikan Karanji village.
Here you can discover what makes Paikan Karanji unique in its vibrant Kharagpur Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Paikan Karanji’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 Paikan Karanji
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paikan Karanji is 341932. The village spans a total geographical area of 29.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721301. Medinipur is nearest town to Paikan Karanji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Paikan Karanji
According to the 2011 Census, Paikan Karanji has a total population of about 238, with approximately 131 males and 107 females. The sex ratio is around 816 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 28 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 37 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.41%, with male literacy at about 87.02% and female literacy near 70.09%. There are around 42 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Paikan Karanji's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 238 | 131 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 189 | 114 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 17 | 32 |
Connectivity of Paikan Karanji
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paikan Karanji. As per the 2011 stats, Paikan Karanji 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Paikan Karanji
Knowing the nearby villages of Paikan Karanji helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paikan Karanji.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paikan Karanji
- Where is Paikan Karanji located?
- Paikan Karanji village is situated in Kharagpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paikan Karanji?
- The Gram Panchayat of Paikan Karanji is Kaliara Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Paikan Karanji?
- The pincode of Paikan Karanji is 721301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Paikan Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paikan Karanji is 238, with 131 males and 107 females.
- How many households are there in Paikan Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Paikan Karanji village has a total of 42 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Paikan Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paikan Karanji is 79.41%. The male literacy rate is 87.02%, while the female literacy rate is 70.09%.