Karankapa
Karankapa is a village located in Lormi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Lormi (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Karankapa village is also a gram panchayat.
Karankapa has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Karankapa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karankapa is 437720. The village spans a total geographical area of 332.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495115. Lormi is nearest town to Karankapa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karankapa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karankapa
Population of Karankapa
Below is a concise population overview of Karankapa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,884 | 936 | 948 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 168 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 950 | 466 | 484 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 616 | 298 | 318 |
| Literate Population | 968 | 583 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 916 | 353 | 563 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karankapa village:
- The total population of Karankapa village is around 1,884, including approximately 936 males and 948 females, with a sex ratio of 1012 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 350 children aged 0–6 years in Karankapa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karankapa village has 950 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 616 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karankapa village is about 51.38%, with male literacy at 62.29% and female literacy at 40.61%.
- There are around 430 households in Karankapa village.
Connectivity of Karankapa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karankapa. As per the 2011 stats, Karankapa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karankapa
Knowing the nearby villages of Karankapa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karankapa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karankapa
- Where is Karankapa located?
- Karankapa village is situated in Lormi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karankapa?
- Karankapa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karankapa?
- The pincode of Karankapa is 495115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karankapa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karankapa is 1,884, with 936 males and 948 females.
- How many households are there in Karankapa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karankapa village has a total of 430 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karankapa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karankapa is 51.38%. The male literacy rate is 62.29%, while the female literacy rate is 40.61%.