Karanji

Karanji is a village located in Narayangarh subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Belda are the district & sub-district headquarters of Karanji village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Tutranga 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 343435. The village spans a total geographical area of 42.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721445. Kharagpur is nearest town to Karanji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km 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 510 252 258
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 55 28 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 2 1
Literate Population 454 223 231
Illiterate Population 56 29 27

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

  • The total population of Karanji village is around 510, including approximately 252 males and 258 females, with a sex ratio of 1023 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 55 children aged 0–6 years in Karanji village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karanji village has 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Karanji village is about 89.02%, with male literacy at 88.49% and female literacy at 89.53%.
  • There are around 116 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 <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 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.

Bilsarpa Mahammadnagar Jagannath Chak Danmangli Muradpur Asde Amuria Purusottampur Phulgerija Banshipur Banamalipur

Frequently Asked Questions about Karanji

Where is Karanji located?
Karanji village is situated in Narayangarh Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanji?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanji is Tutranga (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 721445, 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 510, with 252 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karanji village has a total of 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanji as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanji is 89.02%. The male literacy rate is 88.49%, while the female literacy rate is 89.53%.