Karwa

Karwa is a village located in Arrah subdivision of Bhojpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from Arrah, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Karwa village. As per 2009 stats, Gothahula is the gram panchayat of Karwa village.

Karwa has its own place in the vibrant Bhojpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Karwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karwa is 246741. The village spans a total geographical area of 106 hectares. Arrah is nearest town to Karwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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Population of Karwa

Below is a concise population overview of Karwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,841 1,496 1,345
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 491 244 247
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,028 526 502
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,616 948 668
Illiterate Population 1,225 548 677

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karwa village:

  • The total population of Karwa village is around 2,841, including approximately 1,496 males and 1,345 females, with a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 491 children aged 0–6 years in Karwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karwa village has 1,028 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karwa village is about 56.88%, with male literacy at 63.37% and female literacy at 49.67%.
  • There are around 482 households in Karwa village.

Connectivity of Karwa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karwa. As per the 2011 stats, Karwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Karwa

Knowing the nearby villages of Karwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karwa.

Frequently Asked Questions about Karwa

Where is Karwa located?
Karwa village is situated in Arrah Subdivision, within the Bhojpur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Karwa is Gothahula (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Karwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karwa is 2,841, with 1,496 males and 1,345 females.
How many households are there in Karwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karwa village has a total of 482 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karwa is 56.88%. The male literacy rate is 63.37%, while the female literacy rate is 49.67%.