Karadapai - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Karadapai is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Tentulipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karadapai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karadapai is 428622. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Karadapai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karadapai
According to the 2011 Census, Karadapai village had a total population of 143 people, including 63 males and 80 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,270 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.89%, with male literacy at 24.07% and female literacy at 13.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 142.
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 | 143 | 63 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 63 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 50 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Karadapai
Karadapai 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 Karadapai
Karadapai 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Karadapai is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Karadapai is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karadapai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karadapai 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karadapai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karadapai 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 Karadapai
Where is Karadapai located?
Karadapai village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karadapai?
The Gram Panchayat of Karadapai is Tentulipadar.
What is the pincode of Karadapai?
The pincode of Karadapai is 764014.
What is the population of Karadapai?
Karadapai had a total population of 143, including 63 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Karadapai?
Karadapai had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karadapai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karadapai was 17.89%. Male literacy was 24.07% and female literacy was 13.04%.