Karamdi - Mangrol, Junagadh
Karamdi is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Chingariya-karmedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karamdi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karamdi is 514807. The village covers a total geographical area of 528.73 hectares and falls under the 362245 pincode. Mangrol is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Karamdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keshod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karamdi
According to the 2011 Census, Karamdi village had a total population of 843 people, including 427 males and 416 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.40%, with male literacy at 85.63% and female literacy at 62.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 195, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 113.
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 | 843 | 427 | 416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 72 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 90 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 62 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 523 | 304 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 123 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Karamdi
Karamdi 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 Karamdi
Karamdi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karamdi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangrol to Karamdi is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Karamdi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karamdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karamdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karamdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karamdi 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 Karamdi
Where is Karamdi located?
Karamdi village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karamdi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karamdi is Chingariya-karmedi.
What is the pincode of Karamdi?
The pincode of Karamdi is 362245.
What is the population of Karamdi?
Karamdi had a total population of 843, including 427 males and 416 females.
How many households are there in Karamdi?
Karamdi had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karamdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karamdi was 74.40%. Male literacy was 85.63% and female literacy was 62.93%.