Karape (36/2) - Nichar, Kinnaur
Karape (36/2) is a village situated in the Nichar tehsil of Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Tranda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karape (36/2) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karape (36/2) is 027184. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.79 hectares and falls under the 172118 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Karape (36/2) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kinnaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karape (36/2)
According to the 2011 Census, Karape (36/2) village had a total population of 73 people, including 44 males and 29 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 659 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.07%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 34.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 73 | 44 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 28 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 16 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Karape (36/2)
Karape (36/2) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karape (36/2)
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Karape (36/2).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Reckong Peo to Karape (36/2) is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karape (36/2)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karape (36/2) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karape (36/2)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karape (36/2) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karape (36/2)
Where is Karape (36/2) located?
Karape (36/2) village is located in Nichar Tehsil, Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karape (36/2)?
The Gram Panchayat of Karape (36/2) is Tranda.
What is the pincode of Karape (36/2)?
The pincode of Karape (36/2) is 172118.
What is the population of Karape (36/2)?
Karape (36/2) had a total population of 73, including 44 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Karape (36/2)?
Karape (36/2) had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karape (36/2)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karape (36/2) was 62.07%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 34.78%.