Karapali - Mathili, Malkangiri
Karapali is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Chedenga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karapali is 430403. The village covers a total geographical area of 514 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Karapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karapali
As per Census 2011, Karapali village has a total population of 882 people, consisting of 420 males and 462 females. The village has 210 households and a sex ratio of 1,100 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 331 literate and 551 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 846 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 882 | 420 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 64 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 846 | 401 | 445 |
| Literate Population | 331 | 249 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 171 | 380 |
Nearby Villages of Karapali
Karapali 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 Karapali
Karapali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Karapali is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Karapali is about 53 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 Karapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karapali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karapali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karapali
Where is Karapali located?
Karapali village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Karapali is Chedenga.
What is the pincode of Karapali?
The pincode of Karapali is 764044.
What is the population of Karapali?
Karapali has a total population of 882, including 420 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Karapali?
There are 210 households in Karapali.
What is the literacy rate in Karapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karapali is 37.53%. Male literacy is 59.29% and female literacy is 17.75%.