Karvai - Kadana, Mahisagar
Karvai is a village situated in the Kadana taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from Kadana and around 98 km from Godhra. Karvai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karvai is 517865. The village covers a total geographical area of 508.44 hectares and falls under the 389250 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Karvai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karvai
As per Census 2011, Karvai village has a total population of 2,157 people, consisting of 1,075 males and 1,082 females. The village has 465 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 394 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,157 literate and 1,000 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,984 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karvai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,157 | 1,075 | 1,082 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 394 | 206 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 21 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,984 | 990 | 994 |
| Literate Population | 1,157 | 679 | 478 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,000 | 396 | 604 |
Nearby Villages of Karvai
Karvai 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 Karvai
Karvai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Santrampur to Karvai is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Karvai is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karvai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karvai 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 Karvai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karvai 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karvai
Where is Karvai located?
Karvai village is located in Kadana Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karvai?
Karvai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karvai?
The pincode of Karvai is 389250.
What is the population of Karvai?
Karvai has a total population of 2,157, including 1,075 males and 1,082 females.
How many households are there in Karvai?
There are 465 households in Karvai.
What is the literacy rate in Karvai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karvai is 53.64%. Male literacy is 63.16% and female literacy is 44.18%.