Karutha - Mandvi, Surat
Karutha is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Karutha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karutha is 524032. The village covers a total geographical area of 398.1 hectares and falls under the 394160 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Karutha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karutha
According to the 2011 Census, Karutha village had a total population of 780 people, including 392 males and 388 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.66%, with male literacy at 81.98% and female literacy at 57.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 779.
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 | 780 | 392 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 779 | 391 | 388 |
| Literate Population | 466 | 273 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 119 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Karutha
Karutha 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 Karutha
Karutha 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 Mandvi to Karutha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Karutha is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karutha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karutha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karutha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karutha 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karutha
Where is Karutha located?
Karutha village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karutha?
Karutha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karutha?
The pincode of Karutha is 394160.
What is the population of Karutha?
Karutha had a total population of 780, including 392 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Karutha?
Karutha had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karutha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karutha was 69.66%. Male literacy was 81.98% and female literacy was 57.44%.