Hiwara (Lahe) - Karanja, Washim
Hiwara (Lahe) is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Hiwaralahe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hiwara (Lahe) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hiwara (Lahe) is 530927. The village covers a total geographical area of 1021.53 hectares and falls under the 444110 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Hiwara (Lahe) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hiwara (Lahe)
As per Census 2011, Hiwara (Lahe) village has a total population of 1,348 people, consisting of 695 males and 653 females. The village has 371 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,070 literate and 278 illiterate residents. Additionally, 456 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hiwara (Lahe) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,348 | 695 | 653 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 66 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 456 | 237 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,070 | 595 | 475 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 100 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Hiwara (Lahe)
Hiwara (Lahe) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mugutpur | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Virgavhan | South | 2.65 km |
| Bramhanwada | West | 2.85 km |
| Naregaon | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Bhambdevi | North-East | 4.09 km |
| Loni (arab) | South-East | 4.14 km |
| Ladegaon | North-West | 4.33 km |
| Ingalkhed | North | 4.47 km |
| Shemlai | South-West | 4.51 km |
| Aurangapur | West | 4.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hiwara (Lahe)
Hiwara (Lahe) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.3 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 Karanja to Hiwara (Lahe) is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Hiwara (Lahe) 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 Hiwara (Lahe)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hiwara (Lahe) 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 Hiwara (Lahe)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hiwara (Lahe) 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 Hiwara (Lahe)
Where is Hiwara (Lahe) located?
Hiwara (Lahe) village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hiwara (Lahe)?
The Gram Panchayat of Hiwara (Lahe) is Hiwaralahe.
What is the pincode of Hiwara (Lahe)?
The pincode of Hiwara (Lahe) is 444110.
What is the population of Hiwara (Lahe)?
Hiwara (Lahe) has a total population of 1,348, including 695 males and 653 females.
How many households are there in Hiwara (Lahe)?
There are 371 households in Hiwara (Lahe).
What is the literacy rate in Hiwara (Lahe)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hiwara (Lahe) is 79.38%. Male literacy is 85.61% and female literacy is 72.74%.