Karwal - Telka, Chamba
Karwal is a village situated in the Telka tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Chamba. Karwal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karwal is 007348. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.47 hectares and falls under the 176312 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Karwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karwal
According to the 2011 Census, Karwal village had a total population of 381 people, including 186 males and 195 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.94%, with male literacy at 75.66% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 171.
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 | 381 | 186 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 87 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 115 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 71 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Karwal
Karwal 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 Karwal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Karwal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Karwal is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Karwal is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karwal 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 Karwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karwal 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 Karwal
Where is Karwal located?
Karwal village is located in Telka Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karwal?
Karwal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karwal?
The pincode of Karwal is 176312.
What is the population of Karwal?
Karwal had a total population of 381, including 186 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Karwal?
Karwal had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karwal was 65.94%. Male literacy was 75.66% and female literacy was 57.14%.