Karpe
Karpe is a village located in Bantval taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Bantval (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Sangabettu is the gram panchayat of Karpe village.
Here you can discover what makes Karpe unique in its vibrant Bantval-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Karpe’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 Karpe
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karpe is 617525. The village spans a total geographical area of 602.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574237. Bantval is nearest town to Karpe village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Karpe
Population of Karpe
According to the 2011 Census, Karpe has a total population of about 1,542, with approximately 753 males and 789 females. The sex ratio is around 1047 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 151 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 18 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 187. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.79%, with male literacy at about 81.41% and female literacy near 76.30%. There are around 320 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karpe's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,542 | 753 | 789 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 87 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 5 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 187 | 98 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 1,215 | 613 | 602 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 140 | 187 |
Connectivity of Karpe
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karpe. As per the 2011 stats, Karpe had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karpe
Knowing the nearby villages of Karpe helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karpe.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karpe
- Where is Karpe located?
- Karpe village is situated in Bantval Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karpe?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karpe is Sangabettu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karpe?
- The pincode of Karpe is 574237, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karpe as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karpe is 1,542, with 753 males and 789 females.
- How many households are there in Karpe as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karpe village has a total of 320 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karpe as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karpe is 78.79%. The male literacy rate is 81.41%, while the female literacy rate is 76.30%.