Karela
About Karela
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karela village is 512165. Karela village is located in Lakhtar taluka of Surendranagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhtar (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Surendranagar. As per 2009 stats, Karela village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1923.78 hectares. Karela has a total population of 1,825 peoples, out of which male population is 936 while female population is 889. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 949 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karela village is 56.82% out of which 66.67% males and 46.46% females are literate. There are about 326 houses in karela village. Pincode of karela village locality is 363115.
When it comes to administration, Karela village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Karela village comes under Dasada Vidhan Sabha constituency & Surendranagar Lok Sabha constituency. Surendranagar is nearest town to karela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
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Population of Karela
The population details of Karela cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,825 | 936 | 889 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 259 | 133 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 323 | 157 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,037 | 624 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 788 | 312 | 476 |
Connectivity of Karela
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Karela
Where is Karela located?
Karela village is situated in Lakhtar Taluka, within the Surendranagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karela?
Karela serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Karela?
The pincode of Karela is 363115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karela is 1,825, with 936 males and 889 females.
How many households are there in Karela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karela village has a total of 326 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karela as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karela is 56.82%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 46.46%.