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
According to the 2011 Census, Karpa village had a total population of 210 people, including 106 males and 104 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.99%, with male literacy at 76.40% and female literacy at 41.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 86.
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 | 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 had a total population of 210, including 106 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Karpa?
Karpa had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karpa was 58.99%. Male literacy was 76.40% and female literacy was 41.57%.