Karwan - Mul, Chandrapur
Karwan is a village situated in the Mul tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mul and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Katwan Chak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karwan is 541377. The village covers a total geographical area of 787.77 hectares and falls under the 441224 pincode. Mul is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Karwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karwan
As per Census 2011, Karwan village has a total population of 451 people, consisting of 227 males and 224 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 296 literate and 155 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 378 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 451 | 227 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 378 | 192 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 163 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 64 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Karwan
Karwan 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 Karwan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Karwan. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Karwan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mul to Karwan is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Karwan is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karwan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karwan 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 Karwan
Where is Karwan located?
Karwan village is located in Mul Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Karwan is Katwan Chak.
What is the pincode of Karwan?
The pincode of Karwan is 441224.
What is the population of Karwan?
Karwan has a total population of 451, including 227 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Karwan?
There are 112 households in Karwan.
What is the literacy rate in Karwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karwan is 65.63%. Male literacy is 71.81% and female literacy is 59.38%.