Karwai - Garu, Latehar
Karwai is a village situated in the Garu subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garu and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Karwai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karwai is 367162. The village covers a total geographical area of 395 hectares and falls under the 829204 pincode.
Karwai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karwai
As per Census 2011, Karwai village has a total population of 806 people, consisting of 397 males and 409 females. The village has 156 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 326 literate and 480 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 779 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karwai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 806 | 397 | 409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 88 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 779 | 384 | 395 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 202 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 195 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Karwai
Karwai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Baherwa Tola | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Hethtola | South | 2.07 km |
| Daldalia | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Ganeshpur | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Korwatola | South-East | 2.92 km |
| Kui | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Luhurtanr | West | 3.47 km |
| Sukul Katha | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Lohargara | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Goendi | South | 3.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karwai
Karwai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Hehegara Halt (e), while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Latehar to Karwai is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karwai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karwai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karwai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karwai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karwai
Where is Karwai located?
Karwai village is located in Garu Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karwai?
Karwai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karwai?
The pincode of Karwai is 829204.
What is the population of Karwai?
Karwai has a total population of 806, including 397 males and 409 females.
How many households are there in Karwai?
There are 156 households in Karwai.
What is the literacy rate in Karwai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karwai is 40.45%. Male literacy is 50.88% and female literacy is 30.32%.