Kareepra
Kareepra is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Kareepra unique in its vibrant Kottarakkara-Kollam region. You’ll see Kareepra’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 Kareepra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kareepra is 628414. The village spans a total geographical area of 2330 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 691509. Kollam is nearest town to Kareepra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kareepra village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kottarakkara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mavelikkara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kareepra
Population of Kareepra
According to the 2011 Census, Kareepra has a total population of about 30,099, with approximately 14,090 males and 16,009 females. The sex ratio is around 1136 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,700 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,496 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 54. The overall literacy rate is approximately 86.63%, with male literacy at about 87.84% and female literacy near 85.56%. There are around 7,774 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kareepra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 30,099 | 14,090 | 16,009 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,700 | 1,364 | 1,336 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,496 | 1,648 | 1,848 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 26,074 | 12,377 | 13,697 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,025 | 1,713 | 2,312 |
Connectivity of Kareepra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kareepra. As per the 2011 stats, Kareepra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kareepra
Knowing the nearby villages of Kareepra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kareepra.
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%.