Kariyana
Kariyana is a village located in Babra taluka of Amreli district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Babra (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Amreli. As per 2009 stats, Kariyana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kariyana unique in its vibrant Babra-Amreli region. You’ll see Kariyana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kariyana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kariyana is 515462. The village spans a total geographical area of 2927.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 365421. Babra is nearest town to Kariyana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kariyana 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 Lathi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amreli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kariyana
Population of Kariyana
According to the 2011 Census, Kariyana has a total population of about 5,343, with approximately 2,723 males and 2,620 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 846 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 166 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.64%, with male literacy at about 61.95% and female literacy near 49.08%. There are around 924 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kariyana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,343 | 2,723 | 2,620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 846 | 435 | 411 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 89 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,973 | 1,687 | 1,286 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,370 | 1,036 | 1,334 |
Connectivity of Kariyana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kariyana. As per the 2011 stats, Kariyana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kariyana
Knowing the nearby villages of Kariyana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kariyana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kariyana
- Where is Kariyana located?
- Kariyana village is situated in Babra Taluka, within the Amreli district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kariyana?
- Kariyana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kariyana?
- The pincode of Kariyana is 365421, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kariyana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kariyana is 5,343, with 2,723 males and 2,620 females.
- How many households are there in Kariyana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kariyana village has a total of 924 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kariyana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kariyana is 55.64%. The male literacy rate is 61.95%, while the female literacy rate is 49.08%.