Karsan - Jetpur Pavi, Chhotaudepur
Karsan is a village situated in the Jetpur Pavi taluka of Chhotaudepur district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Jetpur Pavi and around 100 km from Vadodara. Karsan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karsan is 520178. The village covers a total geographical area of 748.88 hectares and falls under the 391160 pincode. Bodeli is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Karsan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karsan
As per Census 2011, Karsan village has a total population of 2,164 people, consisting of 1,082 males and 1,082 females. The village has 413 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,112 literate and 1,052 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,045 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karsan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,164 | 1,082 | 1,082 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 146 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,045 | 1,023 | 1,022 |
| Literate Population | 1,112 | 660 | 452 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,052 | 422 | 630 |
Nearby Villages of Karsan
Karsan 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 Karsan
Public transport in the Karsan 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 Bodeli to Karsan is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Karsan is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karsan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karsan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karsan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karsan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karsan
Where is Karsan located?
Karsan village is located in Jetpur Pavi Taluka, Chhotaudepur district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karsan?
Karsan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karsan?
The pincode of Karsan is 391160.
What is the population of Karsan?
Karsan has a total population of 2,164, including 1,082 males and 1,082 females.
How many households are there in Karsan?
There are 413 households in Karsan.
What is the literacy rate in Karsan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karsan is 51.39%. Male literacy is 61.00% and female literacy is 41.77%.