Karcheliya - Mahuva, Surat
Karcheliya is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Karcheliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karcheliya is 524381. The village covers a total geographical area of 709.09 hectares and falls under the 394240 pincode. Bardoli is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Karcheliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuva Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karcheliya
As per Census 2011, Karcheliya village has a total population of 5,851 people, consisting of 2,967 males and 2,884 females. The village has 1,250 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 546 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,527 literate and 1,324 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,356 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karcheliya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,851 | 2,967 | 2,884 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 546 | 293 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,356 | 1,668 | 1,688 |
| Literate Population | 4,527 | 2,402 | 2,125 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,324 | 565 | 759 |
Nearby Villages of Karcheliya
Karcheliya 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 Karcheliya
Public transport in the Karcheliya is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bardoli to Karcheliya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Karcheliya is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karcheliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karcheliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karcheliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karcheliya 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karcheliya
Where is Karcheliya located?
Karcheliya village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karcheliya?
Karcheliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karcheliya?
The pincode of Karcheliya is 394240.
What is the population of Karcheliya?
Karcheliya has a total population of 5,851, including 2,967 males and 2,884 females.
How many households are there in Karcheliya?
There are 1,250 households in Karcheliya.
What is the literacy rate in Karcheliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karcheliya is 77.37%. Male literacy is 80.96% and female literacy is 73.68%.