Karpa - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Karpa is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Karpa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karpa is 502102. The village covers a total geographical area of 955.76 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Karpa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karpa
According to the 2011 Census, Karpa village had a total population of 1,766 people, including 898 males and 868 females, living in 445 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.62%, with male literacy at 68.41% and female literacy at 48.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,315.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Karpa
Karpa 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 Karpa
Public transport in the Karpa is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anuppur to Karpa is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karpa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karpa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karpa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karpa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Karpa
Where is Karpa located?
Karpa village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karpa?
Karpa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karpa?
The pincode of Karpa is 484881.
What is the population of Karpa?
Karpa had a total population of 1,766, including 898 males and 868 females.
How many households are there in Karpa?
Karpa had 445 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karpa was 58.62%. Male literacy was 68.41% and female literacy was 48.63%.