Karchond - Kaprada, Valsad
Karchond is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 53 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Karchond village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karchond is 523604. The village covers a total geographical area of 1547.17 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Selvas is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Karchond village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karchond
As per Census 2011, Karchond village has a total population of 2,707 people, consisting of 1,354 males and 1,353 females. The village has 468 households and a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males. There are 427 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,145 literate and 1,562 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,693 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karchond are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,707 | 1,354 | 1,353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 427 | 207 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,693 | 1,345 | 1,348 |
| Literate Population | 1,145 | 665 | 480 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,562 | 689 | 873 |
Nearby Villages of Karchond
Karchond 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 Karchond
Karchond 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 Selvas to Karchond is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Karchond is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karchond
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karchond 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karchond
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karchond 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karchond
Where is Karchond located?
Karchond village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karchond?
Karchond is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karchond?
The pincode of Karchond is 396067.
What is the population of Karchond?
Karchond has a total population of 2,707, including 1,354 males and 1,353 females.
How many households are there in Karchond?
There are 468 households in Karchond.
What is the literacy rate in Karchond?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karchond is 42.30%. Male literacy is 49.11% and female literacy is 35.48%.