Karagapadu
Karagapadu is a village located in Gopalapuram mandal of West Godavari district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Gopalapuram (tehsildar office) and 87km away from district headquarter Eluru. As per 2009 stats, Karagapadu village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karagapadu unique in its vibrant Gopalapuram-West Godavari region. You’ll see Karagapadu’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 Karagapadu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karagapadu is 588129. The village spans a total geographical area of 1403 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 534318. Kovvur is nearest town to Karagapadu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
Google Map of Karagapadu
Population of Karagapadu
According to the 2011 Census, Karagapadu has a total population of about 1,921, with approximately 963 males and 958 females. The sex ratio is around 994 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 217 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 325 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.88%, with male literacy at about 49.01% and female literacy near 48.75%. There are around 557 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karagapadu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,921 | 963 | 958 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 112 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 158 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Literate Population | 939 | 472 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 982 | 491 | 491 |
Connectivity of Karagapadu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karagapadu. As per the 2011 stats, Karagapadu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karagapadu
Knowing the nearby villages of Karagapadu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karagapadu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karagapadu
- Where is Karagapadu located?
- Karagapadu village is situated in Gopalapuram Mandal, within the West Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karagapadu?
- Karagapadu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karagapadu?
- The pincode of Karagapadu is 534318, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karagapadu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karagapadu is 1,921, with 963 males and 958 females.
- How many households are there in Karagapadu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karagapadu village has a total of 557 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karagapadu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karagapadu is 48.88%. The male literacy rate is 49.01%, while the female literacy rate is 48.75%.