Karpi Kalan - Pandariya, Kabeerdham
Karpi Kalan is a village situated in the Pandariya tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandariya and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Bhrewapara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karpi Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karpi Kalan is 439863. The village covers a total geographical area of 211.76 hectares and falls under the 491559 pincode. Pandariya is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Karpi Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandariya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karpi Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Karpi Kalan village had a total population of 375 people, including 184 males and 191 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.44%, with male literacy at 72.15% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 369.
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 | 375 | 184 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 26 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 369 | 181 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 114 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 70 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Karpi Kalan
Karpi Kalan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bharewapara | East | 1.24 km |
| Somnapur | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Domanpur | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Nawagaon (tiket) | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Dalpi | North | 2.08 km |
| Bodhipara | South | 2.12 km |
| Bhadrali | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Putki Khurd | West | 2.48 km |
| Buchipara | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Gourkapa | North-East | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karpi Kalan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Karpi Kalan. The nearest railway station is Salkaroad, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandariya to Karpi Kalan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Karpi Kalan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karpi Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karpi Kalan 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 Karpi Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karpi Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karpi Kalan
Where is Karpi Kalan located?
Karpi Kalan village is located in Pandariya Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karpi Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Karpi Kalan is Bhrewapara.
What is the pincode of Karpi Kalan?
The pincode of Karpi Kalan is 491559.
What is the population of Karpi Kalan?
Karpi Kalan had a total population of 375, including 184 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Karpi Kalan?
Karpi Kalan had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karpi Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karpi Kalan was 61.44%. Male literacy was 72.15% and female literacy was 50.00%.