Kareli - Jambusar, Bharuch
Kareli is a village situated in the Jambusar taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jambusar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Kareli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kareli is 521875. The village covers a total geographical area of 2151.72 hectares and falls under the 391810 pincode. Jambusar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kareli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kareli
As per Census 2011, Kareli village has a total population of 5,719 people, consisting of 3,007 males and 2,712 females. The village has 1,313 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 701 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,954 literate and 1,765 illiterate residents. Additionally, 329 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kareli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,719 | 3,007 | 2,712 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 701 | 362 | 339 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 181 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,954 | 2,326 | 1,628 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,765 | 681 | 1,084 |
Nearby Villages of Kareli
Kareli 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 Kareli
Kareli 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 Jambusar to Kareli is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Kareli is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kareli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kareli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kareli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kareli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kareli
Where is Kareli located?
Kareli village is located in Jambusar Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kareli?
Kareli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kareli?
The pincode of Kareli is 391810.
What is the population of Kareli?
Kareli has a total population of 5,719, including 3,007 males and 2,712 females.
How many households are there in Kareli?
There are 1,313 households in Kareli.
What is the literacy rate in Kareli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kareli is 69.14%. Male literacy is 77.35% and female literacy is 60.03%.