Karmariya - Bhachau, Kachchh
Karmariya is a village situated in the Bhachau taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhachau and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Karmariya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karmariya is 506656. The village covers a total geographical area of 1522.22 hectares and falls under the 370140 pincode. Bhachau is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Karmariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandhidham Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karmariya
According to the 2011 Census, Karmariya village had a total population of 880 people, including 449 males and 431 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.94%, with male literacy at 69.13% and female literacy at 40.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
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 | 880 | 449 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 83 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 42 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 253 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 485 | 196 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Karmariya
Karmariya 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 Karmariya
Public transport in the Karmariya is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhachau to Karmariya is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Karmariya is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karmariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karmariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karmariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karmariya 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 Karmariya
Where is Karmariya located?
Karmariya village is located in Bhachau Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karmariya?
Karmariya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karmariya?
The pincode of Karmariya is 370140.
What is the population of Karmariya?
Karmariya had a total population of 880, including 449 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Karmariya?
Karmariya had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karmariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karmariya was 54.94%. Male literacy was 69.13% and female literacy was 40.23%.