Karmadi - Amirgadh, Banas Kantha
Karmadi is a village situated in the Amirgadh taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Iqbalgadh and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Khapa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karmadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karmadi is 507794. The village covers a total geographical area of 655.44 hectares and falls under the 385130 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Karmadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karmadi
According to the 2011 Census, Karmadi village had a total population of 542 people, including 267 males and 275 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.67%, with male literacy at 28.02% and female literacy at 19.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 542.
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 | 542 | 267 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 60 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 542 | 267 | 275 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 58 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 209 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Karmadi
Karmadi 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 Karmadi
Karmadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karmadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Ambaji to Karmadi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Karmadi is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karmadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karmadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karmadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karmadi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karmadi
Where is Karmadi located?
Karmadi village is located in Amirgadh Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karmadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karmadi is Khapa.
What is the pincode of Karmadi?
The pincode of Karmadi is 385130.
What is the population of Karmadi?
Karmadi had a total population of 542, including 267 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Karmadi?
Karmadi had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karmadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karmadi was 23.67%. Male literacy was 28.02% and female literacy was 19.32%.