Karowaha - Narwar, Shivpuri
Karowaha is a village situated in the Narwar tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narwar and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Bahganwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karowaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karowaha is 455517. The village covers a total geographical area of 359.78 hectares and falls under the 473880 pincode. Shivpuri is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Karowaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karowaha
According to the 2011 Census, Karowaha village had a total population of 660 people, including 358 males and 302 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 844 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.24%, with male literacy at 54.58% and female literacy at 33.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153.
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 | 660 | 358 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 52 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 75 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 167 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 191 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Karowaha
Karowaha 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 Karowaha
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Karowaha.
| 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 Shivpuri to Karowaha is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karowaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karowaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karowaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karowaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karowaha
Where is Karowaha located?
Karowaha village is located in Narwar Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karowaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Karowaha is Bahganwa.
What is the pincode of Karowaha?
The pincode of Karowaha is 473880.
What is the population of Karowaha?
Karowaha had a total population of 660, including 358 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Karowaha?
Karowaha had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karowaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karowaha was 45.24%. Male literacy was 54.58% and female literacy was 33.86%.