Karmal Kotda - Gondal, Rajkot
Karmal Kotda is a village situated in the Gondal taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondal and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Karmal Kotda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karmal Kotda is 513256. The village covers a total geographical area of 871.17 hectares and falls under the 360045 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Karmal Kotda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jasdan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karmal Kotda
As per Census 2011, Karmal Kotda village has a total population of 1,075 people, consisting of 540 males and 535 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 740 literate and 335 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karmal Kotda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,075 | 540 | 535 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 54 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 740 | 415 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 125 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Karmal Kotda
Karmal Kotda 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 Karmal Kotda
Karmal Kotda 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 Gondal to Karmal Kotda is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Karmal Kotda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karmal Kotda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karmal Kotda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karmal Kotda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karmal Kotda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karmal Kotda
Where is Karmal Kotda located?
Karmal Kotda village is located in Gondal Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karmal Kotda?
Karmal Kotda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karmal Kotda?
The pincode of Karmal Kotda is 360045.
What is the population of Karmal Kotda?
Karmal Kotda has a total population of 1,075, including 540 males and 535 females.
How many households are there in Karmal Kotda?
There are 197 households in Karmal Kotda.
What is the literacy rate in Karmal Kotda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karmal Kotda is 68.84%. Male literacy is 76.85% and female literacy is 60.75%.