Karapa
Karapa is a Town and Mandal in East Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh. In India, a mandal is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Karapa Block (CD) is 04922. The total area of Karapa Mandal is 97 km². Karapa has a sex ratio of approximately 986 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Karapa Mandal
Karapa Mandal has a total of 19 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Karapa Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aratlakatta | Aratlakatta | Kakinada (15 km) |
| 2 | China Mamidada | N/A | Ramachandrapuram (14 km) |
| 3 | G Bhavaram | G Bhavaram | Ramachandrapuram (13 km) |
| 4 | Gorripudi | Gorripudi | Kakinada (12 km) |
| 5 | Gurajanapalle | Gurajanapalle | Kakinada (8 km) |
| 6 | Karapa | Karapa | Kakinada (10 km) |
| 7 | Kongodu | Kongodu | Kakinada (12 km) |
| 8 | Koripalle | Koripalle | Kakinada (11 km) |
| 9 | Kurada | Kurada | Ramachandrapuram (15 km) |
| 10 | Nadakuduru | Nadakuduru | Kakinada (6 km) |
| 11 | Patharlagadda | Patharlagadda | Kakinada (15 km) |
| 12 | Peddapurapadu | Peddapurappadu | Kakinada (15 km) |
| 13 | Penuguduru | Penuguduru | Kakinada (7 km) |
| 14 | Siripuram | Siripuram | Ramachandrapuram (13 km) |
| 15 | Vakada | Vakada | Kakinada (15 km) |
| 16 | Velangi | Velangi | Kakinada (15 km) |
| 17 | Vemulavada | Valasapakulu | Kakinada (13 km) |
| 18 | Yandamuru | Peda Kothuru | Kakinada (20 km) |
| 19 | Z Bhavaram | Z Bhavaram | Kakinada (13 km) |
Population of Karapa Mandal
The population profile of Karapa Mandal offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Karapa Mandal's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 76,398 | 76,398 | N/A |
| Male Population | 38,460 | 38,460 | N/A |
| Female Population | 37,938 | 37,938 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,259 | 8,259 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,185 | 4,185 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,074 | 4,074 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 46,748 | 46,748 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 24,456 | 24,456 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 22,292 | 22,292 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 29,650 | 29,650 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 14,004 | 14,004 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 15,646 | 15,646 | N/A |
| Total Households | 21,905 | 21,905 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 76,398 people. Includes nearly 38,460 males and 37,938 females. Rural population is about 76,398 people.
- There are around 8,259 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 4,185 boys and 4,074 girls.
- Literate population is about 46,748 people. Non-literate population is around 29,650 people.
- There are nearly 21,905 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Karapa Mandal, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 11,755 | 11,755 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 5,886 | 5,886 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 5,869 | 5,869 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 374 | 374 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 189 | 189 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 185 | 185 | N/A |
| Population Density | 791 / km² | 791 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Karapa Mandal is approximately 11,755 people, including 5,886 males and 5,869 females. Around 11,755 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Karapa Mandal is about 374 people, including 189 males and 185 females. Around 374 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 791 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 791 people per sq. km.