Karupan Alias Bampara - Mungeli
Karupan Alias Bampara is a village situated in the Mungeli tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from Mungeli and around 55 km from Bilaspur. Karupan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karupan Alias Bampara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karupan Alias Bampara is 438252. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.01 hectares and falls under the 495334 pincode. Mungeli is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Karupan Alias Bampara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungeli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karupan Alias Bampara
As per Census 2011, Karupan Alias Bampara village has a total population of 702 people, consisting of 362 males and 340 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 386 literate and 316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karupan Alias Bampara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 702 | 362 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 52 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 47 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 244 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 118 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Karupan Alias Bampara
Karupan Alias Bampara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Temari | South-East | 1.09 km |
| Sambalpur | West | 1.22 km |
| Karupan Balaji | North | 1.40 km |
| Chandrapur | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Lilwa Kapa | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Guna | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Newaspur | East | 2.20 km |
| Chorha Bundeli | North | 2.26 km |
| Kanujiakapa | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Jangalpur | West | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karupan Alias Bampara
Karupan Alias Bampara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhatapara, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.9 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 Mungeli to Karupan Alias Bampara is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Karupan Alias Bampara is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karupan Alias Bampara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karupan Alias Bampara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karupan Alias Bampara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karupan Alias Bampara 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Karupan Alias Bampara
Where is Karupan Alias Bampara located?
Karupan Alias Bampara village is located in Mungeli Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karupan Alias Bampara?
The Gram Panchayat of Karupan Alias Bampara is Karupan.
What is the pincode of Karupan Alias Bampara?
The pincode of Karupan Alias Bampara is 495334.
What is the population of Karupan Alias Bampara?
Karupan Alias Bampara has a total population of 702, including 362 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Karupan Alias Bampara?
There are 143 households in Karupan Alias Bampara.
What is the literacy rate in Karupan Alias Bampara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karupan Alias Bampara is 54.99%. Male literacy is 67.40% and female literacy is 41.76%.