Karadi - Sayla, Surendranagar
Karadi is a village situated in the Sayla taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sayla and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Karadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karadi is 512476. The village covers a total geographical area of 1110.98 hectares and falls under the 363440 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Karadi 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 Karadi
As per Census 2011, Karadi village has a total population of 855 people, consisting of 439 males and 416 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 377 literate and 478 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 855 | 439 | 416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 63 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 236 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 203 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Karadi
Karadi 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 Karadi
Karadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Chotila to Karadi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Karadi is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karadi
Where is Karadi located?
Karadi village is located in Sayla Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karadi?
Karadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karadi?
The pincode of Karadi is 363440.
What is the population of Karadi?
Karadi has a total population of 855, including 439 males and 416 females.
How many households are there in Karadi?
There are 175 households in Karadi.
What is the literacy rate in Karadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karadi is 44.09%. Male literacy is 53.76% and female literacy is 33.89%.