Karwa - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Karwa is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Bamorasukha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karwa is 480210. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.55 hectares and falls under the 465683 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Karwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narsinghgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karwa
According to the 2011 Census, Karwa village had a total population of 577 people, including 304 males and 273 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.92%, with male literacy at 89.67% and female literacy at 52.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 115, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
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 | 577 | 304 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 33 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 61 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 243 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 61 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Karwa
Karwa 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 Karwa
Karwa 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 <5 km |
| 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 Narsinghgarh to Karwa is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Karwa is about 75 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 Karwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karwa 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karwa 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 Karwa
Where is Karwa located?
Karwa village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Karwa is Bamorasukha.
What is the pincode of Karwa?
The pincode of Karwa is 465683.
What is the population of Karwa?
Karwa had a total population of 577, including 304 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Karwa?
Karwa had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karwa was 71.92%. Male literacy was 89.67% and female literacy was 52.61%.