Karwani - Rongara, South Garo Hills
Karwani is a village situated in the Rongara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 53 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongara and around 2 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karwani is 276227. The village falls under the 794114 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rongara-siju Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karwani
According to the 2011 Census, Karwani village had a total population of 196 people, including 100 males and 96 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 99.38%, with male literacy at 98.70% and female literacy at 100.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 194.
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 | 196 | 100 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 23 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 194 | 99 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 76 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 24 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Karwani
Karwani 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 Karwani
Public transport in the Karwani is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Baghmara to Karwani is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karwani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karwani 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karwani
Where is Karwani located?
Karwani village is located in Rongara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Karwani?
The pincode of Karwani is 794114.
What is the population of Karwani?
Karwani had a total population of 196, including 100 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Karwani?
Karwani had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karwani was 99.38%. Male literacy was 98.70% and female literacy was 100.00%.