Karepur - Renapur, Latur
Karepur is a village situated in the Renapur tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Renapur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Karepur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karepur is 560284. The village covers a total geographical area of 2581 hectares and falls under the 431522 pincode. Latur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Karepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karepur
According to the 2011 Census, Karepur village had a total population of 4,011 people, including 2,104 males and 1,907 females, living in 746 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.22%, with male literacy at 81.36% and female literacy at 64.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 775, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 4,011 | 2,104 | 1,907 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 479 | 269 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 775 | 391 | 384 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,586 | 1,493 | 1,093 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,425 | 611 | 814 |
Nearby Villages of Karepur
Karepur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yeshwantwadi | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Rajewadi | East | 2.35 km |
| Raiwadi | South-East | 3.35 km |
| Khalangri | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Kendrewadi | East | 3.93 km |
| Asrachiwadi | West | 4.23 km |
| Sayyadpur Bk. | South-West | 4.28 km |
| Dhaweli | South | 4.73 km |
| Sarola | North-West | 4.92 km |
| Vhati | North-East | 5.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karepur
Karepur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karepur, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Latur to Karepur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karepur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karepur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karepur
Where is Karepur located?
Karepur village is located in Renapur Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karepur?
Karepur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karepur?
The pincode of Karepur is 431522.
What is the population of Karepur?
Karepur had a total population of 4,011, including 2,104 males and 1,907 females.
How many households are there in Karepur?
Karepur had 746 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karepur was 73.22%. Male literacy was 81.36% and female literacy was 64.41%.