Karapada - Kaptipada, Mayurbhanj
Karapada is a village situated in the Kaptipada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaptipada and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Pedagadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karapada is 391157. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 757040 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 8 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 Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karapada
According to the 2011 Census, Karapada village had a total population of 279 people, including 150 males and 129 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 860 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.20%, with male literacy at 93.28% and female literacy at 75.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 82.
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 | 279 | 150 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 47 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 125 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 25 | 41 |
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 5-10 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 Udala to Karapada is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Karapada 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karapada
Where is Karapada located?
Karapada village is located in Kaptipada Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Karapada is Pedagadi.
What is the pincode of Karapada?
The pincode of Karapada is 757040.
What is the population of Karapada?
Karapada had a total population of 279, including 150 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Karapada?
Karapada had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karapada was 85.20%. Male literacy was 93.28% and female literacy was 75.86%.