Karkapalli Mal - Chamorshi, Gadchiroli
Karkapalli Mal is a village situated in the Chamorshi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamorshi and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Maroda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karkapalli Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkapalli Mal is 539286. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.68 hectares and falls under the 442603 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Karkapalli Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karkapalli Mal
As per Census 2011, Karkapalli Mal village has a total population of 630 people, consisting of 324 males and 306 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 429 literate and 201 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 355 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karkapalli Mal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 630 | 324 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 80 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 355 | 180 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 250 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 74 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Karkapalli Mal
Karkapalli Mal 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 Karkapalli Mal
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Karkapalli Mal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Karkapalli Mal is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karkapalli Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkapalli Mal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karkapalli Mal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkapalli Mal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karkapalli Mal
Where is Karkapalli Mal located?
Karkapalli Mal village is located in Chamorshi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkapalli Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Karkapalli Mal is Maroda.
What is the pincode of Karkapalli Mal?
The pincode of Karkapalli Mal is 442603.
What is the population of Karkapalli Mal?
Karkapalli Mal has a total population of 630, including 324 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Karkapalli Mal?
There are 152 households in Karkapalli Mal.
What is the literacy rate in Karkapalli Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkapalli Mal is 68.10%. Male literacy is 77.16% and female literacy is 58.50%.