Kareli - Dharnidhar, Vav-Tharad
Kareli is a village situated in the Dharnidhar taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Vav and around 135 km from Palanpur. Gamdi (petapara) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kareli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kareli is 507373. The village covers a total geographical area of 2760.6 hectares and falls under the 385575 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Kareli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kareli
As per Census 2011, Kareli village has a total population of 2,721 people, consisting of 1,421 males and 1,300 females. The village has 489 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 536 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,229 literate and 1,492 illiterate residents. Additionally, 350 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kareli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,721 | 1,421 | 1,300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 536 | 301 | 235 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 350 | 184 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,229 | 756 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,492 | 665 | 827 |
Nearby Villages of Kareli
Kareli 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 Kareli
Kareli 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 Tharad to Kareli is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Kareli is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kareli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kareli 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 Kareli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kareli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kareli
Where is Kareli located?
Kareli village is located in Dharnidhar Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kareli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kareli is Gamdi (petapara).
What is the pincode of Kareli?
The pincode of Kareli is 385575.
What is the population of Kareli?
Kareli has a total population of 2,721, including 1,421 males and 1,300 females.
How many households are there in Kareli?
There are 489 households in Kareli.
What is the literacy rate in Kareli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kareli is 45.17%. Male literacy is 53.20% and female literacy is 36.38%.