Karuda - Rapar, Kachchh
Karuda is a village situated in the Rapar taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rapar and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Selari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karuda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karuda is 506560. The village covers a total geographical area of 718.86 hectares and falls under the 370165 pincode. Rapar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Karuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karuda
According to the 2011 Census, Karuda village had a total population of 1,265 people, including 643 males and 622 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.92%, with male literacy at 64.69% and female literacy at 25.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) 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 | 1,265 | 643 | 622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 170 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 306 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 841 | 337 | 504 |
Nearby Villages of Karuda
Karuda 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 Karuda
Karuda 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 Rapar to Karuda is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Karuda is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karuda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karuda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karuda
Where is Karuda located?
Karuda village is located in Rapar Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Karuda is Selari.
What is the pincode of Karuda?
The pincode of Karuda is 370165.
What is the population of Karuda?
Karuda had a total population of 1,265, including 643 males and 622 females.
How many households are there in Karuda?
Karuda had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karuda was 44.92%. Male literacy was 64.69% and female literacy was 25.05%.