Karakapadu - Gangavaram, Polavaram
Karakapadu is a village situated in the Gangavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from Gangavaram and around 115 km from Kakinada. Pandraprolu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karakapadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karakapadu is 587076. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 533428 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Karakapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karakapadu
According to the 2011 Census, Karakapadu village had a total population of 157 people, including 79 males and 78 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.22%, with male literacy at 43.48% and female literacy at 40.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 157.
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 | 157 | 79 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 157 | 79 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 49 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Karakapadu
Karakapadu 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 Karakapadu
Karakapadu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rajahmundry to Karakapadu is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Karakapadu is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karakapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karakapadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karakapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karakapadu 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karakapadu
Where is Karakapadu located?
Karakapadu village is located in Gangavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karakapadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Karakapadu is Pandraprolu.
What is the pincode of Karakapadu?
The pincode of Karakapadu is 533428.
What is the population of Karakapadu?
Karakapadu had a total population of 157, including 79 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Karakapadu?
Karakapadu had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karakapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karakapadu was 42.22%. Male literacy was 43.48% and female literacy was 40.91%.