Karpa
Karpa is a village located in Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Pushparajgarh (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Anuppur. As per 2009 stats, Karpa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karpa unique in its vibrant Pushparajgarh-Anuppur region. You’ll see Karpa’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 Karpa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karpa is 502102. The village spans a total geographical area of 955.76 hectares. Anuppur is nearest town to Karpa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karpa 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 Anuppur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karpa
Population of Karpa
According to the 2011 Census, Karpa has a total population of about 1,766, with approximately 898 males and 868 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 292 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 37 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,315. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.92%, with male literacy at about 56.68% and female literacy near 40.90%. There are around 445 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karpa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,766 | 898 | 868 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 154 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,315 | 662 | 653 |
| Literate Population | 864 | 509 | 355 |
| Illiterate Population | 902 | 389 | 513 |
Connectivity of Karpa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karpa. As per the 2011 stats, Karpa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karpa
Knowing the nearby villages of Karpa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karpa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karpa
- Where is Karpa located?
- Karpa village is situated in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, within the Anuppur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karpa?
- Karpa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Karpa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karpa is 1,766, with 898 males and 868 females.
- How many households are there in Karpa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karpa village has a total of 445 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karpa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karpa is 48.92%. The male literacy rate is 56.68%, while the female literacy rate is 40.90%.