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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Karwan village had a total population of 451 people, including 227 males and 224 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.31%, with male literacy at 78.74% and female literacy at 62.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 378.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Karwan?
The Village 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 had a total population of 451, including 227 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Karwan?
Karwan had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karwan was 70.31%. Male literacy was 78.74% and female literacy was 62.15%.