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
According to the 2011 Census, Karol village had a total population of 2,094 people, including 1,088 males and 1,006 females, living in 394 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.34%, with male literacy at 87.76% and female literacy at 66.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 904.
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 | 2,094 | 1,088 | 1,006 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 108 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 904 | 472 | 432 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,094, including 1,088 males and 1,006 females.
How many households are there in Karol?
Karol had 394 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karol was 77.34%. Male literacy was 87.76% and female literacy was 66.00%.