Karkepa

Karkepa is a village located in Balrampur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Balrampur (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Kotsari is the gram panchayat of Karkepa village.

Karkepa has its own place in the vibrant Surguja 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 Karkepa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkepa is 431983. The village spans a total geographical area of 334.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497118. Balrampur is nearest town to Karkepa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Karkepa

Below is a concise population overview of Karkepa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 485 254 231
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 41 26 15
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 243 127 116
Literate Population 180 121 59
Illiterate Population 305 133 172

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karkepa village:

  • The total population of Karkepa village is around 485, including approximately 254 males and 231 females, with a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 41 children aged 0–6 years in Karkepa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karkepa village has 243 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Karkepa village is about 37.11%, with male literacy at 47.64% and female literacy at 25.54%.
  • There are around 129 households in Karkepa village.

Connectivity of Karkepa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkepa. As per the 2011 stats, Karkepa 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karkepa

Knowing the nearby villages of Karkepa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkepa.

Dumar Khola Daura Kochali Mukha Kotasaripodi Atauri Lilauti Govindpur Sargadi Dhondha Tarkakhand

Frequently Asked Questions about Karkepa

Where is Karkepa located?
Karkepa village is situated in Balrampur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkepa?
The Gram Panchayat of Karkepa is Kotsari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karkepa?
The pincode of Karkepa is 497118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karkepa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkepa is 485, with 254 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Karkepa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karkepa village has a total of 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkepa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkepa is 37.11%. The male literacy rate is 47.64%, while the female literacy rate is 25.54%.