| Coordinates | 21°9′39.47″N 78°24′32.76″E |
|---|---|
| Country | India |
| State | Maharashtra |
| Region | Vidarbha |
| District | Wardha |
| Governing body | Karanja Nagar panchayat |
| Unit pref | Metric |
| Population total | 90,462 |
| Population as of | 2011[1] |
| Official | Marathi |
| Other Languages | Hindi, English, Gujrati, Sindhi |
| Time zone | IST (UTC+5:30) |
| Telephone code | 91-7156 |
| Registration plate | MH- 32 (Wardha District) |
| Website | under construction |
| Subdivision name 4 | 121 |
| Total villages in Tehsil | 121 |
Karanja (Ghadge) is a tehsil town located within the Arvi subdivision and serves as a taluka (code 4961) in the Wardha district of Maharashtra, India.
Governance
The tehsil comprises around 60 gram panchayats and 102 villages.[2] In 2015, Karanja was designated as a Nagar Panchayat.[citation needed]
Demographics
The majority of the population in Karanja consists of Hindus, with significant communities of Buddhists and Muslims also residing in the area.[3]
Agriculture
Karanja (Ghadge) and its surrounding areas are known for producing oranges, cotton, and soybean.
Transport
Karanja is located on National Highway 53 (India), also known as Asian Highway (AH46) or National Highway 6 (India, under the old numbering system). It is approximately 76 km from Nagpur, 75 km from Amravati, and 70 km from Wardha, placing it almost at the center of these major cities. Due to its strategic location, it serves as a convenient rest stop for tourists, travelers, and transport services.
References
- ^ "Wardha District Census 2011". Retrieved 2023-01-21.
- ^ "Subdivision & Blocks". Retrieved 2023-01-21.
- ^ "Wardha District Census 2011". Retrieved 2023-01-21.