Karapada - Patrapur, Ganjam
Karapada is a village situated in the Patrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Jarada and around 56 km from Chatrapur. Surangigada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karapada is 413218. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 761042 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 51 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 Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karapada
According to the 2011 Census, Karapada village had a total population of 66 people, including 27 males and 39 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,444 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.42%, with male literacy at 42.86% and female literacy at 15.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 66.
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 | 66 | 27 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 27 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 18 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Karapada
Karapada 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 Karapada
Karapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Karapada is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Karapada is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 Patrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Karapada is Surangigada.
What is the pincode of Karapada?
The pincode of Karapada is 761042.
What is the population of Karapada?
Karapada had a total population of 66, including 27 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Karapada?
Karapada had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karapada was 26.42%. Male literacy was 42.86% and female literacy was 15.63%.