Karmadiya - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Karmadiya is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Karmadiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karmadiya is 516678. The village covers a total geographical area of 2256.29 hectares and falls under the 364145 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Karmadiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karmadiya
According to the 2011 Census, Karmadiya village had a total population of 3,465 people, including 1,832 males and 1,633 females, living in 583 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.51%, with male literacy at 86.01% and female literacy at 59.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 197.
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 | 3,465 | 1,832 | 1,633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 517 | 259 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 104 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,167 | 1,353 | 814 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,298 | 479 | 819 |
Nearby Villages of Karmadiya
Karmadiya 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 Karmadiya
Karmadiya 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 Mahuva to Karmadiya is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Karmadiya is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karmadiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karmadiya 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 Karmadiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karmadiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karmadiya
Where is Karmadiya located?
Karmadiya village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karmadiya?
Karmadiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karmadiya?
The pincode of Karmadiya is 364145.
What is the population of Karmadiya?
Karmadiya had a total population of 3,465, including 1,832 males and 1,633 females.
How many households are there in Karmadiya?
Karmadiya had 583 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karmadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karmadiya was 73.51%. Male literacy was 86.01% and female literacy was 59.20%.