Karav
Karav is a village located in Pen tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Pen (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Karav village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karav unique in its vibrant Pen-Raigarh region. You’ll see Karav’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Karav
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karav is 553943. The village spans a total geographical area of 746.56 hectares. Pen is nearest town to Karav village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Karav
Population of Karav
According to the 2011 Census, Karav has a total population of about 2,177, with approximately 1,085 males and 1,092 females. The sex ratio is around 1006 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 229 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 358. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.59%, with male literacy at about 78.06% and female literacy near 61.17%. There are around 503 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karav's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,177 | 1,085 | 1,092 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 107 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 358 | 174 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 1,515 | 847 | 668 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 238 | 424 |
Connectivity of Karav
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karav. As per the 2011 stats, Karav had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karav
Knowing the nearby villages of Karav helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karav.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karav
- Where is Karav located?
- Karav village is situated in Pen Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karav?
- Karav serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Karav as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karav is 2,177, with 1,085 males and 1,092 females.
- How many households are there in Karav as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karav village has a total of 503 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karav as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karav is 69.59%. The male literacy rate is 78.06%, while the female literacy rate is 61.17%.