Karena - Amod, Bharuch
Karena is a village situated in the Amod taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amod and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Karena village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karena is 521971. The village covers a total geographical area of 717.54 hectares and falls under the 392025 pincode. Karjan is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Karena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karena
As per Census 2011, Karena village has a total population of 1,082 people, consisting of 558 males and 524 females. The village has 242 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 754 literate and 328 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 596 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karena are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,082 | 558 | 524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 54 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 60 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 596 | 306 | 290 |
| Literate Population | 754 | 442 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 116 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Karena
Karena 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 Karena
Public transport in the Karena is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Karena.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karjan to Karena is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Karena is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karena 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karena village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karena
Where is Karena located?
Karena village is located in Amod Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karena?
Karena is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karena?
The pincode of Karena is 392025.
What is the population of Karena?
Karena has a total population of 1,082, including 558 males and 524 females.
How many households are there in Karena?
There are 242 households in Karena.
What is the literacy rate in Karena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karena is 69.69%. Male literacy is 79.21% and female literacy is 59.54%.