Karandi
About Karandi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karandi village is 331184. Karandi village is located in Arsha subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Sirkabad (tehsildar office) and 24.5km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Arsha is the gram panchayat of Karandi village.
The total geographical area of village is 345.2 hectares. Karandi has a total population of 1,910 peoples, out of which male population is 973 while female population is 937. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 963 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karandi village is 46.65% out of which 60.12% males and 32.66% females are literate. There are about 357 houses in karandi village. Pincode of karandi village locality is 723216.
When it comes to administration, Karandi 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, Karandi village comes under Joypur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Purulia Lok Sabha constituency. Bokaro is nearest town to karandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 58km away.
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Population of Karandi
The population details of Karandi 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 | 1,910 | 973 | 937 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 362 | 171 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 891 | 585 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,019 | 388 | 631 |
Connectivity of Karandi
| 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 Karandi
Where is Karandi located?
Karandi village is situated in Arsha Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karandi is Arsha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karandi?
The pincode of Karandi is 723216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karandi is 1,910, with 973 males and 937 females.
How many households are there in Karandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karandi village has a total of 357 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karandi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karandi is 46.65%. The male literacy rate is 60.12%, while the female literacy rate is 32.66%.