Karali - Dabhoi, Vadodara
Karali is a village situated in the Dabhoi taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dabhoi and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Karali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karali is 520940. The village covers a total geographical area of 349.33 hectares and falls under the 391110 pincode. Dabhoi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Karali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karali
According to the 2011 Census, Karali village had a total population of 605 people, including 314 males and 291 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.13%, with male literacy at 90.53% and female literacy at 71.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 303.
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 | 605 | 314 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 303 | 157 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 447 | 258 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 56 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Karali
Karali 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 Karali
Karali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dabhoi to Karali is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Karali is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karali
Where is Karali located?
Karali village is located in Dabhoi Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karali?
Karali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karali?
The pincode of Karali is 391110.
What is the population of Karali?
Karali had a total population of 605, including 314 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Karali?
Karali had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karali was 81.13%. Male literacy was 90.53% and female literacy was 71.05%.