Karapa
Karapa is a village located in Karapa mandal of East Godavari district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from district headquarter Karapa. Karapa is the sub-district headquarter of Karapa village. As per 2009 stats, Karapa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karapa unique in its vibrant Karapa-East Godavari region. You’ll see Karapa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Karapa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karapa is 587600. The village spans a total geographical area of 977 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 533462. Kakinada is nearest town to Karapa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Karapa
Population of Karapa
According to the 2011 Census, Karapa has a total population of about 10,086, with approximately 5,032 males and 5,054 females. The sex ratio is around 1004 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,155 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 938 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 61. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.90%, with male literacy at about 63.77% and female literacy near 60.03%. There are around 2,940 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karapa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,086 | 5,032 | 5,054 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,155 | 571 | 584 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 938 | 454 | 484 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 6,243 | 3,209 | 3,034 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,843 | 1,823 | 2,020 |
Connectivity of Karapa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karapa. As per the 2011 stats, Karapa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karapa
Knowing the nearby villages of Karapa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karapa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karapa
- Where is Karapa located?
- Karapa village is situated in Karapa Mandal, within the East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karapa?
- Karapa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karapa?
- The pincode of Karapa is 533462, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karapa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karapa is 10,086, with 5,032 males and 5,054 females.
- How many households are there in Karapa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karapa village has a total of 2,940 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karapa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karapa is 61.90%. The male literacy rate is 63.77%, while the female literacy rate is 60.03%.