Karwa - Sindewahi, Chandrapur
Karwa is a village situated in the Sindewahi tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sindewahi and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Karva serves as the Village Panchayat for Karwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karwa is 541013. The village covers a total geographical area of 294 hectares and falls under the 441222 pincode. Mul is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Karwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karwa
According to the 2011 Census, Karwa village had a total population of 503 people, including 259 males and 244 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.13%, with male literacy at 81.45% and female literacy at 52.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 289.
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 | 503 | 259 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 289 | 145 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 180 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 79 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Karwa
Karwa 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 Karwa
Karwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mul to Karwa is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Karwa is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karwa
Where is Karwa located?
Karwa village is located in Sindewahi Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karwa?
The Village Panchayat of Karwa is Karva.
What is the pincode of Karwa?
The pincode of Karwa is 441222.
What is the population of Karwa?
Karwa had a total population of 503, including 259 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Karwa?
Karwa had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karwa was 67.13%. Male literacy was 81.45% and female literacy was 52.13%.