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.
Here you can discover what makes Karwand unique in its vibrant Chikhli-Buldana region. You’ll see Karwand’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Karwand has a total population of about 3,535, with approximately 1,828 males and 1,707 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 510 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 142 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 15. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.22%, with male literacy at about 76.15% and female literacy near 61.80%. There are around 785 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karwand's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.