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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Karwahi village has a total population of 2,066 people, consisting of 1,047 males and 1,019 females. The village has 453 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,475 literate and 591 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,160 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karwahi are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Karwahi?
Karwahi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karwahi?
The pincode of Karwahi is 441401.
What is the population of Karwahi?
Karwahi has a total population of 2,066, including 1,047 males and 1,019 females.
How many households are there in Karwahi?
There are 453 households in Karwahi.
What is the literacy rate in Karwahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karwahi is 71.39%. Male literacy is 80.23% and female literacy is 62.32%.