Karol - Chuda, Surendranagar
Karol is a village situated in the Chuda taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chuda and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Karol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karol is 512498. The village covers a total geographical area of 1884.68 hectares and falls under the 363410 pincode. Limbdi is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Karol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Limbdi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karol
As per Census 2011, Karol village has a total population of 2,094 people, consisting of 1,088 males and 1,006 females. The village has 394 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,454 literate and 640 illiterate residents. Additionally, 904 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,094 | 1,088 | 1,006 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 108 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 904 | 472 | 432 |
| Literate Population | 1,454 | 860 | 594 |
| Illiterate Population | 640 | 228 | 412 |
Nearby Villages of Karol
Karol 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 Karol
Karol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Karol has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Limbdi to Karol is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Karol is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karol
Where is Karol located?
Karol village is located in Chuda Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karol?
Karol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karol?
The pincode of Karol is 363410.
What is the population of Karol?
Karol has a total population of 2,094, including 1,088 males and 1,006 females.
How many households are there in Karol?
There are 394 households in Karol.
What is the literacy rate in Karol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karol is 69.44%. Male literacy is 79.04% and female literacy is 59.05%.