Lepara - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Lepara is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Lapra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lepara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lepara is 436078. The village covers a total geographical area of 1713.34 hectares and falls under the 495448 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Lepara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lepara
According to the 2011 Census, Lepara village had a total population of 2,840 people, including 1,448 males and 1,392 females, living in 734 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.59%, with male literacy at 70.13% and female literacy at 44.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 216, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,068.
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 | 2,840 | 1,448 | 1,392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 376 | 186 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 110 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,068 | 1,051 | 1,017 |
| Literate Population | 1,419 | 885 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,421 | 563 | 858 |
Nearby Villages of Lepara
Lepara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gursiya | North-West | 4.01 km |
| Bango | South-East | 5.05 km |
| Pondi | South | 5.08 km |
| Konkona | South-West | 5.21 km |
| Chhindmer | South-East | 6.47 km |
| Charra | South | 7.20 km |
| Gadaghat | South | 7.31 km |
| Patha | South-East | 8.98 km |
| Tanakhar | South | 9.94 km |
| Koda | South | 9.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lepara
Lepara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gevra Road, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katghora to Lepara is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Lepara is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lepara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lepara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lepara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lepara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lepara
Where is Lepara located?
Lepara village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lepara?
The Gram Panchayat of Lepara is Lapra.
What is the pincode of Lepara?
The pincode of Lepara is 495448.
What is the population of Lepara?
Lepara had a total population of 2,840, including 1,448 males and 1,392 females.
How many households are there in Lepara?
Lepara had 734 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lepara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lepara was 57.59%. Male literacy was 70.13% and female literacy was 44.43%.