Karagoga - Mundra, Kachchh
Karagoga is a village situated in the Mundra taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mundra and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Karagoga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karagoga is 507304. The village covers a total geographical area of 1383.55 hectares and falls under the 370415 pincode. Mundra is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Karagoga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karagoga
According to the 2011 Census, Karagoga village had a total population of 807 people, including 415 males and 392 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.44%, with male literacy at 79.83% and female literacy at 68.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 221, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 807 | 415 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 68 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 99 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 501 | 277 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 138 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Karagoga
Karagoga 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 Karagoga
Karagoga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Karagoga has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mundra to Karagoga is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Karagoga is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karagoga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karagoga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karagoga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karagoga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karagoga
Where is Karagoga located?
Karagoga village is located in Mundra Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karagoga?
Karagoga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karagoga?
The pincode of Karagoga is 370415.
What is the population of Karagoga?
Karagoga had a total population of 807, including 415 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Karagoga?
Karagoga had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karagoga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karagoga was 74.44%. Male literacy was 79.83% and female literacy was 68.71%.