Karaza
Karaza is a village located in Amirgadh taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Iqbalgadh (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Karaza village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karaza unique in its vibrant Amirgadh-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Karaza’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 Karaza
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karaza is 507763. The village spans a total geographical area of 3114.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385135. Palanpur is nearest town to Karaza village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karaza 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 Danta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadhada Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karaza
Population of Karaza
According to the 2011 Census, Karaza has a total population of about 4,120, with approximately 2,145 males and 1,975 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 684 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 298 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.11%, with male literacy at about 66.25% and female literacy near 38.84%. There are around 727 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karaza's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 4,120 | 2,145 | 1,975 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 684 | 381 | 303 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 177 | 121 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
Literate Population | 2,188 | 1,421 | 767 |
Illiterate Population | 1,932 | 724 | 1,208 |
Connectivity of Karaza
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karaza. As per the 2011 stats, Karaza had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karaza
Knowing the nearby villages of Karaza helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karaza.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karaza
- Where is Karaza located?
- Karaza village is situated in Amirgadh Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karaza?
- Karaza serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karaza?
- The pincode of Karaza is 385135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karaza as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karaza is 4,120, with 2,145 males and 1,975 females.
- How many households are there in Karaza as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karaza village has a total of 727 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karaza as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karaza is 53.11%. The male literacy rate is 66.25%, while the female literacy rate is 38.84%.