Karpat - Udaipur, Lahaul And Spiti
Karpat is a village situated in the Udaipur tehsil of Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 67 km from Kyelang. Chimret serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karpat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karpat is 012164. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.72 hectares and falls under the 175142 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Karpat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahaul & spiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karpat
According to the 2011 Census, Karpat village had a total population of 224 people, including 113 males and 111 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.19%, with male literacy at 76.29% and female literacy at 57.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 203.
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 | 224 | 113 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 102 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 74 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 39 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Karpat
Karpat 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 Karpat
Public transport in the Karpat is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kyelang to Karpat is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karpat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karpat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karpat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karpat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karpat
Where is Karpat located?
Karpat village is located in Udaipur Tehsil, Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karpat?
The Gram Panchayat of Karpat is Chimret.
What is the pincode of Karpat?
The pincode of Karpat is 175142.
What is the population of Karpat?
Karpat had a total population of 224, including 113 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Karpat?
Karpat had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karpat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karpat was 67.19%. Male literacy was 76.29% and female literacy was 57.89%.