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
As per Census 2011, Karwani village has a total population of 2,382 people, consisting of 1,237 males and 1,145 females. The village has 369 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 520 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 899 literate and 1,483 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,315 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karwani are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 2,382, including 1,237 males and 1,145 females.
How many households are there in Karwani?
There are 369 households in Karwani.
What is the literacy rate in Karwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karwani is 37.74%. Male literacy is 49.64% and female literacy is 24.89%.