Karwahi - Ramtek, Nagpur
Karwahi is a village situated in the Ramtek tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramtek and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Karwahi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karwahi is 535457. The village covers a total geographical area of 1146.15 hectares and falls under the 441401 pincode. Ramtek is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Karwahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramtek Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Karwahi
According to the 2011 Census, Karwahi village had a total population of 2,066 people, including 1,047 males and 1,019 females, living in 453 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.82%, with male literacy at 89.55% and female literacy at 69.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 196, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,160.
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 | 2,066 | 1,047 | 1,019 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 109 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 100 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,160 | 596 | 564 |
| Literate Population | 1,475 | 840 | 635 |
| Illiterate Population | 591 | 207 | 384 |
Nearby Villages of Karwahi
Karwahi 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 Karwahi
Karwahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramtek to Karwahi is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Karwahi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karwahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karwahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karwahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karwahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karwahi
Where is Karwahi located?
Karwahi village is located in Ramtek Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karwahi?
Karwahi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karwahi?
The pincode of Karwahi is 441401.
What is the population of Karwahi?
Karwahi had a total population of 2,066, including 1,047 males and 1,019 females.
How many households are there in Karwahi?
Karwahi had 453 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karwahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karwahi was 79.82%. Male literacy was 89.55% and female literacy was 69.78%.