Karkhadi - Padra, Vadodara
Karkhadi is a village situated in the Padra taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padra and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Karkhadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkhadi is 521052. The village covers a total geographical area of 1659.5 hectares and falls under the 391450 pincode. Padra is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Karkhadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karkhadi
As per Census 2011, Karkhadi village has a total population of 4,791 people, consisting of 2,511 males and 2,280 females. The village has 1,100 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 585 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,348 literate and 1,443 illiterate residents. Additionally, 431 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karkhadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,791 | 2,511 | 2,280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 585 | 308 | 277 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 431 | 229 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 3,348 | 1,928 | 1,420 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,443 | 583 | 860 |
Nearby Villages of Karkhadi
Karkhadi 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 Karkhadi
Karkhadi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padra to Karkhadi is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Karkhadi 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 Karkhadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkhadi 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 Karkhadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkhadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karkhadi
Where is Karkhadi located?
Karkhadi village is located in Padra Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkhadi?
Karkhadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karkhadi?
The pincode of Karkhadi is 391450.
What is the population of Karkhadi?
Karkhadi has a total population of 4,791, including 2,511 males and 2,280 females.
How many households are there in Karkhadi?
There are 1,100 households in Karkhadi.
What is the literacy rate in Karkhadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkhadi is 69.88%. Male literacy is 76.78% and female literacy is 62.28%.