Karmala - Darwha, Yavatmal
Karmala is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Wagad Kd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karmala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karmala is 542644. The village covers a total geographical area of 590.67 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Karmala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karmala
As per Census 2011, Karmala village has a total population of 359 people, consisting of 202 males and 157 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 777 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 276 literate and 83 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karmala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 359 | 202 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 73 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 165 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 37 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Karmala
Karmala 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 Karmala
Public transport in the Karmala is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Darwha to Karmala is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Karmala is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karmala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karmala 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karmala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karmala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karmala
Where is Karmala located?
Karmala village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karmala?
The Gram Panchayat of Karmala is Wagad Kd.
What is the pincode of Karmala?
The pincode of Karmala is 445202.
What is the population of Karmala?
Karmala has a total population of 359, including 202 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Karmala?
There are 94 households in Karmala.
What is the literacy rate in Karmala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karmala is 76.88%. Male literacy is 81.68% and female literacy is 70.70%.