Karsangadh - Mendarda, Junagadh
Karsangadh is a village situated in the Mendarda taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mendarda and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Surajgadh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karsangadh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karsangadh is 514713. The village covers a total geographical area of 1067.98 hectares and falls under the 362260 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Karsangadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karsangadh
According to the 2011 Census, Karsangadh village had a total population of 218 people, including 118 males and 100 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 847 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.22%, with male literacy at 68.22% and female literacy at 43.68%.
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 | 218 | 118 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 73 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 45 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Karsangadh
Karsangadh 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 Karsangadh
Karsangadh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Keshod to Karsangadh is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Karsangadh is about 49 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 Karsangadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karsangadh 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karsangadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karsangadh 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 Karsangadh
Where is Karsangadh located?
Karsangadh village is located in Mendarda Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karsangadh?
The Gram Panchayat of Karsangadh is Surajgadh.
What is the pincode of Karsangadh?
The pincode of Karsangadh is 362260.
What is the population of Karsangadh?
Karsangadh had a total population of 218, including 118 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Karsangadh?
Karsangadh had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karsangadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karsangadh was 57.22%. Male literacy was 68.22% and female literacy was 43.68%.