Karakathal - Viramgam, Ahmedabad
Karakathal is a village situated in the Viramgam taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from Viramgam and around 54 km from Ahmadabad. Karkathal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karakathal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karakathal is 511535. The village covers a total geographical area of 2919.09 hectares and falls under the 382150 pincode. Viramgam is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Karakathal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Viramgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karakathal
As per Census 2011, Karakathal village has a total population of 4,962 people, consisting of 2,617 males and 2,345 females. The village has 1,082 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 655 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,784 literate and 2,178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karakathal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,962 | 2,617 | 2,345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 655 | 354 | 301 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,124 | 590 | 534 |
| Literate Population | 2,784 | 1,760 | 1,024 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,178 | 857 | 1,321 |
Nearby Villages of Karakathal
Karakathal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karakathal
Public transport in the Karakathal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Viramgam to Karakathal is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Karakathal is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karakathal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karakathal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karakathal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karakathal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karakathal
Where is Karakathal located?
Karakathal village is located in Viramgam Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karakathal?
The Gram Panchayat of Karakathal is Karkathal.
What is the pincode of Karakathal?
The pincode of Karakathal is 382150.
What is the population of Karakathal?
Karakathal has a total population of 4,962, including 2,617 males and 2,345 females.
How many households are there in Karakathal?
There are 1,082 households in Karakathal.
What is the literacy rate in Karakathal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karakathal is 56.11%. Male literacy is 67.25% and female literacy is 43.67%.