Karkoliya - Lathi, Amreli
Karkoliya is a village situated in the Lathi taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lathi and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Karkoliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkoliya is 515492. The village covers a total geographical area of 685.58 hectares and falls under the 365435 pincode. Lathi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Karkoliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karkoliya
According to the 2011 Census, Karkoliya village had a total population of 800 people, including 404 males and 396 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.81%, with male literacy at 85.28% and female literacy at 70.36%.
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 | 800 | 404 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 44 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 307 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 97 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Karkoliya
Karkoliya 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 Karkoliya
Public transport in the Karkoliya is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karkoliya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lathi to Karkoliya is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Karkoliya is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karkoliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkoliya 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karkoliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkoliya 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karkoliya
Where is Karkoliya located?
Karkoliya village is located in Lathi Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karkoliya?
Karkoliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karkoliya?
The pincode of Karkoliya is 365435.
What is the population of Karkoliya?
Karkoliya had a total population of 800, including 404 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Karkoliya?
Karkoliya had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkoliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkoliya was 77.81%. Male literacy was 85.28% and female literacy was 70.36%.