Karpi
Karpi is a village located in Baramkela tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Baramkela (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Karpi village is also a gram panchayat.
Karpi has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh 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 Karpi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karpi is 435757. The village spans a total geographical area of 129.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496551. Baramkela is nearest town to Karpi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karpi 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 Sarangarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karpi
Population of Karpi
Below is a concise population overview of Karpi 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 | 324 | 159 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 28 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 100 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 59 | 86 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karpi village:
- The total population of Karpi village is around 324, including approximately 159 males and 165 females, with a sex ratio of 1037 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 50 children aged 0–6 years in Karpi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karpi village has 72 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 64 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karpi village is about 55.25%, with male literacy at 62.89% and female literacy at 47.88%.
- There are around 88 households in Karpi village.
Connectivity of Karpi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karpi. As per the 2011 stats, Karpi 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 Karpi
Knowing the nearby villages of Karpi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karpi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karpi
- Where is Karpi located?
- Karpi village is situated in Baramkela Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karpi?
- Karpi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karpi?
- The pincode of Karpi is 496551, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karpi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karpi is 324, with 159 males and 165 females.
- How many households are there in Karpi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karpi village has a total of 88 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karpi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karpi is 55.25%. The male literacy rate is 62.89%, while the female literacy rate is 47.88%.