Karwan - Odgi, Surajpur
Karwan is a village situated in the Odgi tehsil of Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from Oudgi and around 122 km from Ambikapur. Karwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karwan is 432656. The village covers a total geographical area of 193.85 hectares and falls under the 497231 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town.
Karwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karwan
According to the 2011 Census, Karwan village had a total population of 408 people, including 208 males and 200 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.67%, with male literacy at 34.34% and female literacy at 25.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 344.
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 | 408 | 208 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 42 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 344 | 178 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 57 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 151 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Karwan
Karwan 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 Karwan
Karwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Ambikapur to Karwan is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karwan 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 Karwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karwan
Where is Karwan located?
Karwan village is located in Odgi Tehsil, Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Karwan is Karwa.
What is the pincode of Karwan?
The pincode of Karwan is 497231.
What is the population of Karwan?
Karwan had a total population of 408, including 208 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Karwan?
Karwan had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karwan was 29.67%. Male literacy was 34.34% and female literacy was 25.15%.