Kope - Lalbarra, Balaghat
Kope is a village situated in the Lalbarra tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalbarra and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Kope village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kope is 497633. The village covers a total geographical area of 560.11 hectares and falls under the 481331 pincode. Waraseoni is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kope village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balaghat Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Kope
As per Census 2011, Kope village has a total population of 2,653 people, consisting of 1,294 males and 1,359 females. The village has 609 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 306 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,763 literate and 890 illiterate residents. Additionally, 380 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kope are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,653 | 1,294 | 1,359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 150 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 380 | 186 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,763 | 956 | 807 |
| Illiterate Population | 890 | 338 | 552 |
Nearby Villages of Kope
Kope 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chillod | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Barbaspur | East | 3.20 km |
| Pathri | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Lendejhari | East | 3.85 km |
| Kaydi | South-East | 4.17 km |
| Rategaon | North | 5.17 km |
| Dongariya | East | 5.59 km |
| Chandpuri | North-East | 5.84 km |
| Lawada | North-East | 5.86 km |
| Madanpur | South | 6.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kope
Kope 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 Magardharra Ph, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Waraseoni to Kope is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Kope is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kope
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kope village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kope
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kope village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kope
Where is Kope located?
Kope village is located in Lalbarra Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kope?
Kope is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kope?
The pincode of Kope is 481331.
What is the population of Kope?
Kope has a total population of 2,653, including 1,294 males and 1,359 females.
How many households are there in Kope?
There are 609 households in Kope.
What is the literacy rate in Kope?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kope is 66.45%. Male literacy is 73.88% and female literacy is 59.38%.