Karwa - Pondi(Bachra), Korea
Karwa is a village situated in the Pondi(Bachra) tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from Khadganva and around 27 km from Baikunthpur. Karwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karwa is 431787. The village covers a total geographical area of 628.81 hectares and falls under the 497449 pincode. Chirmiri is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Karwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baikunthpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karwa
According to the 2011 Census, Karwa village had a total population of 849 people, including 420 males and 429 females, living in 193 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.47%, with male literacy at 69.65% and female literacy at 47.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 784.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 849 | 420 | 429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 74 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 784 | 387 | 397 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 241 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 179 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Karwa
Karwa 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 Karwa
Karwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chirmiri to Karwa is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baikunthpur to Karwa is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karwa 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karwa
Where is Karwa located?
Karwa village is located in Pondi(Bachra) Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karwa?
Karwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karwa?
The pincode of Karwa is 497449.
What is the population of Karwa?
Karwa had a total population of 849, including 420 males and 429 females.
How many households are there in Karwa?
Karwa had 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karwa was 58.47%. Male literacy was 69.65% and female literacy was 47.79%.