Karpura
Karpura is a village located in Deshopran subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Basantia are the district & sub-district headquarters of Karpura village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Aurai is the gram panchayat of Karpura village.
Here you can discover what makes Karpura unique in its vibrant Deshopran-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Karpura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Karpura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karpura is 346281. The village spans a total geographical area of 210.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721427. Contai is nearest town to Karpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Karpura
Population of Karpura
According to the 2011 Census, Karpura has a total population of about 1,344, with approximately 699 males and 645 females. The sex ratio is around 922 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 163 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 213 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.80%, with male literacy at about 84.41% and female literacy near 76.90%. There are around 297 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karpura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,344 | 699 | 645 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 81 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 112 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,086 | 590 | 496 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 109 | 149 |
Connectivity of Karpura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karpura. As per the 2011 stats, Karpura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karpura
Knowing the nearby villages of Karpura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karpura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karpura
- Where is Karpura located?
- Karpura village is situated in Deshopran Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karpura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karpura is Aurai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karpura?
- The pincode of Karpura is 721427, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karpura is 1,344, with 699 males and 645 females.
- How many households are there in Karpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karpura village has a total of 297 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karpura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karpura is 80.80%. The male literacy rate is 84.41%, while the female literacy rate is 76.90%.