Karnali - Dabhoi, Vadodara
Karnali is a village situated in the Dabhoi taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dabhoi and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Karnali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karnali is 521037. The village covers a total geographical area of 1121.91 hectares and falls under the 391105 pincode. Dabhoi is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Karnali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karnali
As per Census 2011, Karnali village has a total population of 2,084 people, consisting of 1,068 males and 1,016 females. The village has 470 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 280 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,329 literate and 755 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 939 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karnali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,084 | 1,068 | 1,016 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 132 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 939 | 465 | 474 |
| Literate Population | 1,329 | 757 | 572 |
| Illiterate Population | 755 | 311 | 444 |
Nearby Villages of Karnali
Karnali 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 Karnali
Karnali 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 >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 Karnali is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Karnali is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karnali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karnali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karnali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karnali 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karnali
Where is Karnali located?
Karnali village is located in Dabhoi Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karnali?
Karnali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karnali?
The pincode of Karnali is 391105.
What is the population of Karnali?
Karnali has a total population of 2,084, including 1,068 males and 1,016 females.
How many households are there in Karnali?
There are 470 households in Karnali.
What is the literacy rate in Karnali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karnali is 63.77%. Male literacy is 70.88% and female literacy is 56.30%.