Karela - Lakhtar, Surendranagar
Karela is a village situated in the Lakhtar taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhtar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Karela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karela is 512165. The village covers a total geographical area of 1923.78 hectares and falls under the 363115 pincode. Surendranagar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Karela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karela
According to the 2011 Census, Karela village had a total population of 1,825 people, including 936 males and 889 females, living in 326 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.22%, with male literacy at 77.71% and female literacy at 54.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 323.
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 | 1,825 | 936 | 889 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 133 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 323 | 157 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,037 | 624 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 788 | 312 | 476 |
Nearby Villages of Karela
Karela 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 Karela
Public transport in the Karela 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 Surendranagar to Karela is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karela
Where is Karela located?
Karela village is located in Lakhtar Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karela?
Karela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karela?
The pincode of Karela is 363115.
What is the population of Karela?
Karela had a total population of 1,825, including 936 males and 889 females.
How many households are there in Karela?
Karela had 326 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karela was 66.22%. Male literacy was 77.71% and female literacy was 54.13%.