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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Karmala village had a total population of 359 people, including 202 males and 157 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 777 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.25%, with male literacy at 91.16% and female literacy at 79.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 131.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 359 | 202 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 73 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Karmala?
The Village 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 had a total population of 359, including 202 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Karmala?
Karmala had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karmala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karmala was 86.25%. Male literacy was 91.16% and female literacy was 79.86%.