Karangadh - Viramgam, Ahmedabad
Karangadh is a village situated in the Viramgam taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 42 km from Viramgam and around 90 km from Ahmadabad. Karangadh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karangadh is 511557. The village covers a total geographical area of 310.28 hectares and falls under the 382110 pincode. Viramgam is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Karangadh 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 Karangadh
According to the 2011 Census, Karangadh village had a total population of 624 people, including 338 males and 286 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.40%, with male literacy at 86.69% and female literacy at 31.49%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 624 | 338 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 60 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 241 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 97 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Karangadh
Karangadh 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 Karangadh
Public transport in the Karangadh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Karangadh is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Karangadh is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karangadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karangadh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karangadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karangadh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karangadh
Where is Karangadh located?
Karangadh village is located in Viramgam Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karangadh?
Karangadh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karangadh?
The pincode of Karangadh is 382110.
What is the population of Karangadh?
Karangadh had a total population of 624, including 338 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Karangadh?
Karangadh had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karangadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karangadh was 61.40%. Male literacy was 86.69% and female literacy was 31.49%.