Karjoda - Palanpur, Banas Kantha
Karjoda is a village situated in the Palanpur taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from Palanpur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Karjoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karjoda is 508157. The village covers a total geographical area of 768.46 hectares and falls under the 385001 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Karjoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karjoda
According to the 2011 Census, Karjoda village had a total population of 2,223 people, including 1,145 males and 1,078 females, living in 445 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.38%, with male literacy at 87.31% and female literacy at 58.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 462, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 296.
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 | 2,223 | 1,145 | 1,078 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 144 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 462 | 226 | 236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 296 | 165 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 1,436 | 874 | 562 |
| Illiterate Population | 787 | 271 | 516 |
Nearby Villages of Karjoda
Karjoda 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 Karjoda
Karjoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Karjoda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palanpur to Karjoda is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karjoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karjoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karjoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karjoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karjoda
Where is Karjoda located?
Karjoda village is located in Palanpur Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karjoda?
Karjoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karjoda?
The pincode of Karjoda is 385001.
What is the population of Karjoda?
Karjoda had a total population of 2,223, including 1,145 males and 1,078 females.
How many households are there in Karjoda?
Karjoda had 445 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karjoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karjoda was 73.38%. Male literacy was 87.31% and female literacy was 58.79%.