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
As per Census 2011, Lepara village has a total population of 2,840 people, consisting of 1,448 males and 1,392 females. The village has 734 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 376 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,419 literate and 1,421 illiterate residents. Additionally, 216 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,068 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lepara are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 2,840, including 1,448 males and 1,392 females.
How many households are there in Lepara?
There are 734 households in Lepara.
What is the literacy rate in Lepara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lepara is 49.96%. Male literacy is 61.12% and female literacy is 38.36%.