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.
Here you can discover what makes Karkapal unique in its vibrant Durgkondal-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Karkapal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Karkapal
Population of Karkapal
According to the 2011 Census, Karkapal has a total population of about 763, with approximately 428 males and 335 females. The sex ratio is around 782 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 138 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 39 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 531. The overall literacy rate is approximately 33.16%, with male literacy at about 41.59% and female literacy near 22.39%. There are around 122 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karkapal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.