Karwand
Karwand is a village located in Chikhli tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Chikhli (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Karwand village is also a gram panchayat.
Karwand has its own place in the vibrant Buldana region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Karwand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karwand is 529090. The village spans a total geographical area of 4232 hectares. Chikhli is nearest town to Karwand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karwand village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chikhli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Buldhana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karwand
Population of Karwand
Below is a concise population overview of Karwand as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,535 | 1,828 | 1,707 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 298 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 75 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,447 | 1,392 | 1,055 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,088 | 436 | 652 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karwand village:
- The total population of Karwand village is around 3,535, including approximately 1,828 males and 1,707 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 510 children aged 0–6 years in Karwand village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karwand village has 142 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 15 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karwand village is about 69.22%, with male literacy at 76.15% and female literacy at 61.80%.
- There are around 785 households in Karwand village.
Connectivity of Karwand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karwand. As per the 2011 stats, Karwand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karwand
Knowing the nearby villages of Karwand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karwand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karwand
- Where is Karwand located?
- Karwand village is situated in Chikhli Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karwand?
- Karwand serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Karwand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karwand is 3,535, with 1,828 males and 1,707 females.
- How many households are there in Karwand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karwand village has a total of 785 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karwand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karwand is 69.22%. The male literacy rate is 76.15%, while the female literacy rate is 61.80%.