Rupi - Kawakol, Nawada
Rupi is a village situated in the Kawakol subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kawakol and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Pali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rupi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rupi is 257754. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 805106 pincode. Nawada is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Rupi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rupi
As per Census 2011, Rupi village has a total population of 795 people, consisting of 392 males and 403 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 339 literate and 456 illiterate residents. Additionally, 294 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rupi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 795 | 392 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 65 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 146 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 215 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 177 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Rupi
Rupi 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 Rupi
Public transport in the Rupi 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 Nawada to Rupi is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rupi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rupi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rupi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rupi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rupi
Where is Rupi located?
Rupi village is located in Kawakol Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rupi?
The Gram Panchayat of Rupi is Pali.
What is the pincode of Rupi?
The pincode of Rupi is 805106.
What is the population of Rupi?
Rupi has a total population of 795, including 392 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Rupi?
There are 113 households in Rupi.
What is the literacy rate in Rupi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rupi is 42.64%. Male literacy is 54.85% and female literacy is 30.77%.