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
According to the 2011 Census, Karadi village had a total population of 855 people, including 439 males and 416 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.73%, with male literacy at 62.77% and female literacy at 41.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75.
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 | 855 | 439 | 416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 63 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 855, including 439 males and 416 females.
How many households are there in Karadi?
Karadi had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karadi was 52.73%. Male literacy was 62.77% and female literacy was 41.59%.