Karawan - Pachpahar, Jhalawar
Karawan is a village situated in the Pachpahar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachpahar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Karawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karawan is 104953. The village covers a total geographical area of 1294.67 hectares and falls under the 326512 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Karawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manohar thana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karawan
As per Census 2011, Karawan village has a total population of 2,733 people, consisting of 1,382 males and 1,351 females. The village has 517 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 396 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,371 literate and 1,362 illiterate residents. Additionally, 637 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,733 | 1,382 | 1,351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 396 | 210 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 637 | 336 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,371 | 897 | 474 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,362 | 485 | 877 |
Nearby Villages of Karawan
Karawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Semli | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Khokhariya Khurd | North-West | 2.52 km |
| Gangaliya Kheri | North | 2.79 km |
| Nathoo Kheri | South | 3.19 km |
| Bani | West | 3.38 km |
| Khandar | South | 3.49 km |
| Ghata Kheri | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Khokhariya Kalan | North-West | 4.27 km |
| Payra | South | 4.50 km |
| Marlawada | North | 4.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karawan
Karawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Garot, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawani Mandi to Karawan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Karawan 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 Karawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karawan
Where is Karawan located?
Karawan village is located in Pachpahar Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karawan?
Karawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karawan?
The pincode of Karawan is 326512.
What is the population of Karawan?
Karawan has a total population of 2,733, including 1,382 males and 1,351 females.
How many households are there in Karawan?
There are 517 households in Karawan.
What is the literacy rate in Karawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karawan is 50.16%. Male literacy is 64.91% and female literacy is 35.09%.