Karpa - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Karpa is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Rengsapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karpa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karpa is 423923. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 766029 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 28 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 Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karpa
As per Census 2011, Karpa village has a total population of 210 people, consisting of 106 males and 104 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 105 literate and 105 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 86 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karpa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 210 | 106 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 36 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 68 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 38 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Karpa
Karpa 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 Karpa
Karpa 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 >10 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 Junagarh to Karpa is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Karpa is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| 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 Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karpa?
The Gram Panchayat of Karpa is Rengsapali.
What is the pincode of Karpa?
The pincode of Karpa is 766029.
What is the population of Karpa?
Karpa has a total population of 210, including 106 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Karpa?
There are 56 households in Karpa.
What is the literacy rate in Karpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karpa is 50.00%. Male literacy is 64.15% and female literacy is 35.58%.