Karangadh
Karangadh is a village located in Wadhwan taluka of Surendranagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Wadhwan (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Surendranagar. As per 2009 stats, Karangadh village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karangadh unique in its vibrant Wadhwan-Surendranagar region. You’ll see Karangadh’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Karangadh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karangadh is 512213. The village spans a total geographical area of 691.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363040. Surendranagar is nearest town to Karangadh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karangadh village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Wadhwan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karangadh
Population of Karangadh
According to the 2011 Census, Karangadh has a total population of about 1,566, with approximately 801 males and 765 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 211 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 68 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.73%, with male literacy at about 77.53% and female literacy near 55.42%. There are around 302 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karangadh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,566 | 801 | 765 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 112 | 99 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,045 | 621 | 424 |
Illiterate Population | 521 | 180 | 341 |
Connectivity of Karangadh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karangadh. As per the 2011 stats, Karangadh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karangadh
Knowing the nearby villages of Karangadh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karangadh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karangadh
- Where is Karangadh located?
- Karangadh village is situated in Wadhwan Taluka, within the Surendranagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karangadh?
- Karangadh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karangadh?
- The pincode of Karangadh is 363040, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karangadh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karangadh is 1,566, with 801 males and 765 females.
- How many households are there in Karangadh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karangadh village has a total of 302 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karangadh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karangadh is 66.73%. The male literacy rate is 77.53%, while the female literacy rate is 55.42%.