Karoda - Chanasma, Patan
Karoda is a village situated in the Chanasma taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanasma and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Karoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karoda is 509117. The village covers a total geographical area of 601.33 hectares and falls under the 384220 pincode. Chanasma is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Karoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karoda
According to the 2011 Census, Karoda village had a total population of 1,728 people, including 915 males and 813 females, living in 323 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.64%, with male literacy at 84.14% and female literacy at 51.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 117.
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 | 1,728 | 915 | 813 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 127 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 57 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,020 | 663 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 708 | 252 | 456 |
Nearby Villages of Karoda
Karoda 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 Karoda
Public transport in the Karoda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Karoda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanasma to Karoda is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Karoda is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karoda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karoda
Where is Karoda located?
Karoda village is located in Chanasma Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karoda?
Karoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karoda?
The pincode of Karoda is 384220.
What is the population of Karoda?
Karoda had a total population of 1,728, including 915 males and 813 females.
How many households are there in Karoda?
Karoda had 323 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karoda was 68.64%. Male literacy was 84.14% and female literacy was 51.15%.