Karunda - Khedbrahma, Sabar Kantha
Karunda is a village situated in the Khedbrahma taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khedbrahma and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Karunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karunda is 509862. The village covers a total geographical area of 633.82 hectares and falls under the 383275 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Karunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karunda
According to the 2011 Census, Karunda village had a total population of 1,280 people, including 637 males and 643 females, living in 241 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.92%, with male literacy at 90.56% and female literacy at 57.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 1,280 | 637 | 643 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 118 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 768 | 470 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 512 | 167 | 345 |
Nearby Villages of Karunda
Karunda 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 Karunda
Karunda 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 Khedbrahma to Karunda is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Karunda is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karunda
Where is Karunda located?
Karunda village is located in Khedbrahma Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karunda?
Karunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karunda?
The pincode of Karunda is 383275.
What is the population of Karunda?
Karunda had a total population of 1,280, including 637 males and 643 females.
How many households are there in Karunda?
Karunda had 241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karunda was 73.92%. Male literacy was 90.56% and female literacy was 57.31%.