Karwar - Warud, Amravati
Karwar is a village situated in the Warud tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Warud and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Urad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karwar is 532380. The village covers a total geographical area of 523.48 hectares and falls under the 444907 pincode. Warud is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Karwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karwar
As per Census 2011, Karwar village has a total population of 358 people, consisting of 181 males and 177 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 251 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 337 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 358 | 181 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 19 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 337 | 168 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 144 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 37 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Karwar
Karwar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biroli | East | 2.29 km |
| Pimpalgad | North | 2.61 km |
| Mahendri | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Jatlapur | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Pandhari | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Linga Eletir | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Bangaon | North-East | 3.94 km |
| Linga | South | 3.99 km |
| Jamgaon Mahendri | North | 4.41 km |
| Wadegaon | North-East | 5.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karwar
Karwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pusla, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Warud to Karwar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Karwar is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karwar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karwar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karwar
Where is Karwar located?
Karwar village is located in Warud Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Karwar is Urad.
What is the pincode of Karwar?
The pincode of Karwar is 444907.
What is the population of Karwar?
Karwar has a total population of 358, including 181 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Karwar?
There are 81 households in Karwar.
What is the literacy rate in Karwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karwar is 70.11%. Male literacy is 79.56% and female literacy is 60.45%.