Kareepra
About Kareepra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kareepra village is 628414. Kareepra village is located in Kottarakkara taluka of Kollam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kottarakkara (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Kollam. As per 2009 stats, Kareepra village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 2330 hectares. Kareepra has a total population of 30,099 peoples, out of which male population is 14,090 while female population is 16,009. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1136 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kareepra village is 86.63% out of which 87.84% males and 85.56% females are literate. There are about 7,774 houses in kareepra village. Pincode of kareepra village locality is 691509.
When it comes to administration, Kareepra village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kareepra village comes under Kottarakkara Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mavelikkara Lok Sabha constituency. Kollam is nearest town to kareepra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Kareepra
The population details of Kareepra cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 30,099 | 14,090 | 16,009 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,700 | 1,364 | 1,336 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 3,496 | 1,648 | 1,848 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 26,074 | 12,377 | 13,697 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,025 | 1,713 | 2,312 |
Connectivity of Kareepra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kareepra
Where is Kareepra located?
Kareepra village is situated in Kottarakkara Taluka, within the Kollam district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kareepra?
Kareepra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kareepra?
The pincode of Kareepra is 691509, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kareepra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kareepra is 30,099, with 14,090 males and 16,009 females.
How many households are there in Kareepra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kareepra village has a total of 7,774 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kareepra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kareepra is 86.63%. The male literacy rate is 87.84%, while the female literacy rate is 85.56%.