Karpa - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Karpa is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Kaudiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karpa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karpa is 490752. The village covers a total geographical area of 339.74 hectares and falls under the 487771 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 6 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 Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karpa
As per Census 2011, Karpa village has a total population of 39 people, consisting of 20 males and 19 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 18 literate and 21 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karpa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 8 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Karpa
Karpa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gondi Jhiriya | West | 2.09 km |
| Chirriya | North | 2.50 km |
| Bohani | East | 2.54 km |
| Chirah Khurd | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Kekra | South-West | 3.50 km |
| Chirah Kalan | West | 4.10 km |
| Amai | North-East | 4.32 km |
| Sukri | North-West | 4.45 km |
| Ratanpura | South-East | 4.95 km |
| Kajrota | South | 5.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karpa
Karpa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gadarwara, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarwara to Karpa is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Karpa is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karpa
Where is Karpa located?
Karpa village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karpa?
The Gram Panchayat of Karpa is Kaudiya.
What is the pincode of Karpa?
The pincode of Karpa is 487771.
What is the population of Karpa?
Karpa has a total population of 39, including 20 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Karpa?
There are 8 households in Karpa.
What is the literacy rate in Karpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karpa is 46.15%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 31.58%.