Karavale - Ambarnath, Thane
Karavale is a village situated in the Ambarnath tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambarnath and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Narhen serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karavale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karavale is 553025. The village covers a total geographical area of 207.73 hectares and falls under the 421501 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Karavale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalyan East Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalyan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karavale
As per Census 2011, Karavale village has a total population of 1,237 people, consisting of 629 males and 608 females. The village has 273 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 756 literate and 481 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 448 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karavale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,237 | 629 | 608 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 98 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 448 | 221 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 756 | 436 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 193 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Karavale
Karavale 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 Karavale
Public transport in the Karavale is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karavale.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalyan to Karavale is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Karavale is about 55 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 Karavale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karavale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karavale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karavale 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 Karavale
Where is Karavale located?
Karavale village is located in Ambarnath Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karavale?
The Gram Panchayat of Karavale is Narhen.
What is the pincode of Karavale?
The pincode of Karavale is 421501.
What is the population of Karavale?
Karavale has a total population of 1,237, including 629 males and 608 females.
How many households are there in Karavale?
There are 273 households in Karavale.
What is the literacy rate in Karavale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karavale is 61.12%. Male literacy is 69.32% and female literacy is 52.63%.