Karaiya - Abdasa, Kachchh
Karaiya is a village situated in the Abdasa taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naliya and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Lakhaniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karaiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaiya is 507100. The village covers a total geographical area of 1202.67 hectares and falls under the 370660 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Karaiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karaiya
According to the 2011 Census, Karaiya village had a total population of 8 people, including 4 males and 4 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 100.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 100.00%.
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 | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Nearby Villages of Karaiya
Karaiya 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 Karaiya
Karaiya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Bhuj to Karaiya is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karaiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaiya 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 Karaiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaiya 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 Karaiya
Where is Karaiya located?
Karaiya village is located in Abdasa Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karaiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Karaiya is Lakhaniya.
What is the pincode of Karaiya?
The pincode of Karaiya is 370660.
What is the population of Karaiya?
Karaiya had a total population of 8, including 4 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Karaiya?
Karaiya had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karaiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaiya was 100.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 100.00%.