Karpada Chak - Armori, Gadchiroli
Karpada Chak is a village situated in the Armori tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Armori and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Kojabi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karpada Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karpada Chak is 538578. The village covers a total geographical area of 407.17 hectares and falls under the 441217 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Karpada Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karpada Chak
As per Census 2011, Karpada Chak village has a total population of 211 people, consisting of 103 males and 108 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 143 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 138 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karpada Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 211 | 103 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 69 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 84 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 19 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Karpada Chak
Karpada Chak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kojabi | South-West | 1.05 km |
| Lohara | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Sonpur Chak | East | 2.17 km |
| Chamorshi Chak | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Sirsi | South | 2.61 km |
| Mohatola Alies Kukadi | South-East | 3.23 km |
| Chamorshi (m.) | West | 3.26 km |
| Ganeshpur Chak | South | 3.72 km |
| Vairagad | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Hirapur Rith | East | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karpada Chak
Karpada Chak is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Wadsa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Desaiganj to Karpada Chak is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Karpada Chak is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karpada Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karpada Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karpada Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karpada Chak 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karpada Chak
Where is Karpada Chak located?
Karpada Chak village is located in Armori Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karpada Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Karpada Chak is Kojabi.
What is the pincode of Karpada Chak?
The pincode of Karpada Chak is 441217.
What is the population of Karpada Chak?
Karpada Chak has a total population of 211, including 103 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Karpada Chak?
There are 56 households in Karpada Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Karpada Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karpada Chak is 67.77%. Male literacy is 81.55% and female literacy is 54.63%.