Open Book Library
Karvaan Vacchan Katta is an open book library. We operate three such libraries in our town, each strategically located. There are no locks or registers; anyone is welcome to take or leave a book at any time.
Karvaan Foundation,
Udgir,
Latur,
Maharashtra – 413517
Library Contact: Aditi Patil
Contact Email: aditi861@gmail.com
| Library Staff Members | 2 |
| Library Member Strength | 70 approx |
| Gender Breakdown of Members | Female: 45 Male: 25 |
| Age Groups Served | 5yrs to 21yrs+ |
| Library Branches | 3 |
| Villages/Clusters Served | 1 Village |
| Book Collection Size | 300 approx |
| Type of Books in Collection | Picture Books, Storybooks, Books in local languages, Children’s literature, Exam preparation books, etc. |
| Average Daily Footfalls | 25 – 30 |
| Types of Reading Programs | Book circulations with members |
| Other Library Programs | Being an open-book library, we are currently having challenges in making space for other library programs, yet looking forward to initiating a few soon. |
| Presence of Various Library Policies (enrollment/admission, safety, anti-discrimination & inclusion guidelines etc) | No |