Karjala - Savar Kundla, Amreli
Karjala is a village situated in the Savar Kundla taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Savar Kundla and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Karjala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karjala is 515777. The village covers a total geographical area of 668.03 hectares and falls under the 364515 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Karjala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Savarkundla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karjala
According to the 2011 Census, Karjala village had a total population of 1,740 people, including 869 males and 871 females, living in 372 households. The sex ratio was 1,002 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.40%, with male literacy at 85.38% and female literacy at 63.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 245.
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 | 1,740 | 869 | 871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 96 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 125 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,148 | 660 | 488 |
| Illiterate Population | 592 | 209 | 383 |
Nearby Villages of Karjala
Karjala 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 Karjala
Karjala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Savar Kundla to Karjala is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Karjala is about 27 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 Karjala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karjala 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 Karjala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karjala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karjala
Where is Karjala located?
Karjala village is located in Savar Kundla Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karjala?
Karjala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karjala?
The pincode of Karjala is 364515.
What is the population of Karjala?
Karjala had a total population of 1,740, including 869 males and 871 females.
How many households are there in Karjala?
Karjala had 372 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karjala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karjala was 74.40%. Male literacy was 85.38% and female literacy was 63.38%.