Karpa - Manora, Washim
Karpa is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Karpa village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karpa is 531129. The village covers a total geographical area of 1397.11 hectares and falls under the 444403 pincode. Mangrulpir is the nearest town, located about 22 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 Karanja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karpa
According to the 2011 Census, Karpa village had a total population of 1,897 people, including 988 males and 909 females, living in 473 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.70%, with male literacy at 86.19% and female literacy at 64.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 519, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 331.
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 | 1,897 | 988 | 909 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 126 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 519 | 280 | 239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 331 | 165 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 1,274 | 743 | 531 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 245 | 378 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vilegaon | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Asola Kh. | East | 3.20 km |
| Pimpri | North | 3.29 km |
| Amdari | South-East | 3.92 km |
| Dhoni | South | 4.31 km |
| Devthana | North-East | 4.67 km |
| Giroli Bhag 1 | North-West | 4.94 km |
| Girat | North-West | 5.27 km |
| Dongargaon | North | 5.58 km |
| Palodi | South | 5.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karpa
Karpa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangrulpir to Karpa is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Karpa is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karpa
Where is Karpa located?
Karpa village is located in Manora Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karpa?
Karpa is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karpa?
The pincode of Karpa is 444403.
What is the population of Karpa?
Karpa had a total population of 1,897, including 988 males and 909 females.
How many households are there in Karpa?
Karpa had 473 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karpa was 75.70%. Male literacy was 86.19% and female literacy was 64.68%.