Karkapal

Karkapal is a village located in Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Durgkondal (tehsildar office) and 93km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Karkapal village is also a gram panchayat.

Karkapal has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker 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 Karkapal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkapal is 447710. The village spans a total geographical area of 906.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494669. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to Karkapal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Karkapal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 763 428 335
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 138 78 60
Scheduled Castes (SC) 39 22 17
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 531 272 259
Literate Population 253 178 75
Illiterate Population 510 250 260

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

  • The total population of Karkapal village is around 763, including approximately 428 males and 335 females, with a sex ratio of 782 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 138 children aged 0–6 years in Karkapal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karkapal village has 39 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 531 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Karkapal village is about 33.16%, with male literacy at 41.59% and female literacy at 22.39%.
  • There are around 122 households in Karkapal village.

Connectivity of Karkapal

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

Nearby Villages of Karkapal

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Karkapal

Where is Karkapal located?
Karkapal village is situated in Durgkondal Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkapal?
Karkapal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Karkapal?
The pincode of Karkapal is 494669, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karkapal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkapal is 763, with 428 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Karkapal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karkapal village has a total of 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkapal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkapal is 33.16%. The male literacy rate is 41.59%, while the female literacy rate is 22.39%.