Karewat - Kumarsain, Shimla
Karewat is a village situated in the Kumarsain tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 73 km from Shimla. Karewathi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karewat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karewat is 023874. The village covers a total geographical area of 112 hectares and falls under the 172029 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Karewat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karewat
According to the 2011 Census, Karewat village had a total population of 202 people, including 101 males and 101 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.19%, with male literacy at 79.79% and female literacy at 76.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75.
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 | 202 | 101 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 75 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 26 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Karewat
Karewat 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 Karewat
Karewat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Karewat is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karewat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karewat 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karewat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karewat 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karewat
Where is Karewat located?
Karewat village is located in Kumarsain Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karewat?
The Gram Panchayat of Karewat is Karewathi.
What is the pincode of Karewat?
The pincode of Karewat is 172029.
What is the population of Karewat?
Karewat had a total population of 202, including 101 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Karewat?
Karewat had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karewat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karewat was 78.19%. Male literacy was 79.79% and female literacy was 76.60%.