Karapada - Ganjam
Karapada is a village situated in the Ganjam tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ganjam and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Karapada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karapada is 412115. The village covers a total geographical area of 226 hectares and falls under the 761026 pincode. Chhatrapur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Karapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhatrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karapada
As per Census 2011, Karapada village has a total population of 3,116 people, consisting of 1,594 males and 1,522 females. The village has 699 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 346 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,074 literate and 1,042 illiterate residents. Additionally, 258 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,116 | 1,594 | 1,522 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 346 | 182 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 132 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,074 | 1,194 | 880 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,042 | 400 | 642 |
Nearby Villages of Karapada
Karapada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aliabada | South | 1.42 km |
| Hansapur | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Kachara | West | 1.58 km |
| Sribana | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Jharapadar | East | 2.23 km |
| Niladripur | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Rajapur | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Ganganapur | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Malada | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Bahalapur | North | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karapada
Public transport in the Karapada is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ganjam, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhatrapur to Karapada is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Karapada is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karapada
Where is Karapada located?
Karapada village is located in Ganjam Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karapada?
Karapada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karapada?
The pincode of Karapada is 761026.
What is the population of Karapada?
Karapada has a total population of 3,116, including 1,594 males and 1,522 females.
How many households are there in Karapada?
There are 699 households in Karapada.
What is the literacy rate in Karapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karapada is 66.56%. Male literacy is 74.91% and female literacy is 57.82%.