Karandighi

Karandighi is a village located in Karandighi subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. Raiganj and Karandighi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Karandighi village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Karandighi Ii is the gram panchayat of Karandighi village.

Karandighi has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur 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 Karandighi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karandighi is 309528. The village spans a total geographical area of 183.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733215. Raiganj is nearest town to Karandighi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Karandighi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karandighi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raiganj Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Karandighi

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,653 844 809
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 234 122 112
Scheduled Castes (SC) 445 234 211
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 12 6 6
Literate Population 813 472 341
Illiterate Population 840 372 468

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

  • The total population of Karandighi village is around 1,653, including approximately 844 males and 809 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 234 children aged 0–6 years in Karandighi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karandighi village has 445 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 12 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Karandighi village is about 49.18%, with male literacy at 55.92% and female literacy at 42.15%.
  • There are around 348 households in Karandighi village.

Connectivity of Karandighi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karandighi. As per the 2011 stats, Karandighi 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 Karandighi

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Karandighi

Where is Karandighi located?
Karandighi village is situated in Karandighi Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karandighi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karandighi is Karandighi Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karandighi?
The pincode of Karandighi is 733215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karandighi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karandighi is 1,653, with 844 males and 809 females.
How many households are there in Karandighi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karandighi village has a total of 348 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karandighi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karandighi is 49.18%. The male literacy rate is 55.92%, while the female literacy rate is 42.15%.