Karkoliya - Sihor, Bhavnagar
Karkoliya is a village situated in the Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihor and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Karkoliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkoliya is 516370. The village covers a total geographical area of 756.9 hectares and falls under the 364240 pincode. Sihor is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Karkoliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karkoliya
According to the 2011 Census, Karkoliya village had a total population of 1,654 people, including 882 males and 772 females, living in 279 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.84%, with male literacy at 88.72% and female literacy at 65.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 136.
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 | 1,654 | 882 | 772 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 155 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 71 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,068 | 645 | 423 |
| Illiterate Population | 586 | 237 | 349 |
Nearby Villages of Karkoliya
Karkoliya 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 Karkoliya
Karkoliya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Karkoliya.
| 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 Sihor to Karkoliya is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Karkoliya is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karkoliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkoliya 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karkoliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkoliya 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karkoliya
Where is Karkoliya located?
Karkoliya village is located in Sihor Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkoliya?
Karkoliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karkoliya?
The pincode of Karkoliya is 364240.
What is the population of Karkoliya?
Karkoliya had a total population of 1,654, including 882 males and 772 females.
How many households are there in Karkoliya?
Karkoliya had 279 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkoliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkoliya was 77.84%. Male literacy was 88.72% and female literacy was 65.58%.