Garpit - Karanja, Wardha
Garpit is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Garpit village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garpit is 533602. The village covers a total geographical area of 454.38 hectares and falls under the 442203 pincode. Arvi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Garpit village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garpit
As per Census 2011, Garpit village has a total population of 608 people, consisting of 307 males and 301 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 445 literate and 163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 140 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garpit are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 608 | 307 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 24 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 69 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 445 | 256 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 51 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Garpit
Garpit is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pilapur | North | 1.83 km |
| Pipari | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Dhamkund | West | 2.20 km |
| Selgaon U. | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Linga Mandavi | North-East | 3.49 km |
| Yengaon | North | 3.51 km |
| Belhara | South-West | 4.69 km |
| Chincholi | North-West | 5.32 km |
| Bhalewadi | North | 5.42 km |
| Umari | North-East | 5.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garpit
Garpit is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Katol, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Arvi to Garpit is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Garpit is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garpit
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garpit 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 Garpit
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garpit village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garpit
Where is Garpit located?
Garpit village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garpit?
Garpit is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garpit?
The pincode of Garpit is 442203.
What is the population of Garpit?
Garpit has a total population of 608, including 307 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Garpit?
There are 138 households in Garpit.
What is the literacy rate in Garpit?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garpit is 73.19%. Male literacy is 83.39% and female literacy is 62.79%.