Karwani - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Karwani is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 69 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Karvani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karwani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karwani is 505642. The village covers a total geographical area of 1183.31 hectares and falls under the 450117 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Karwani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karwani
According to the 2011 Census, Karwani village had a total population of 2,382 people, including 1,237 males and 1,145 females, living in 369 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.28%, with male literacy at 62.65% and female literacy at 32.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,315.
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 | 2,382 | 1,237 | 1,145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 520 | 257 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 27 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,315 | 1,198 | 1,117 |
| Literate Population | 899 | 614 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,483 | 623 | 860 |
Nearby Villages of Karwani
Karwani 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 Karwani
Karwani 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 >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 Khandwa to Karwani is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karwani 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 Karwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karwani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karwani
Where is Karwani located?
Karwani village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karwani?
The Gram Panchayat of Karwani is Karvani.
What is the pincode of Karwani?
The pincode of Karwani is 450117.
What is the population of Karwani?
Karwani had a total population of 2,382, including 1,237 males and 1,145 females.
How many households are there in Karwani?
Karwani had 369 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karwani was 48.28%. Male literacy was 62.65% and female literacy was 32.31%.