Karala - Palsana, Surat
Karala is a village situated in the Palsana taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palsana and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Karala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karala is 524225. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.05 hectares and falls under the 394305 pincode. Surat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Karala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Olpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karala
According to the 2011 Census, Karala village had a total population of 1,607 people, including 854 males and 753 females, living in 370 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.93%, with male literacy at 78.85% and female literacy at 66.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 605.
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 | 1,607 | 854 | 753 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 107 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 605 | 320 | 285 |
| Literate Population | 1,013 | 589 | 424 |
| Illiterate Population | 594 | 265 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Karala
Karala 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 Karala
Karala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Karala has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surat to Karala is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Karala
Where is Karala located?
Karala village is located in Palsana Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karala?
Karala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karala?
The pincode of Karala is 394305.
What is the population of Karala?
Karala had a total population of 1,607, including 854 males and 753 females.
How many households are there in Karala?
Karala had 370 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karala was 72.93%. Male literacy was 78.85% and female literacy was 66.04%.