Rupsa
Rupsa is a Town and Tehsil in Baleshwar District of Odisha. In India, a tehsil is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Rupsa Block (CD) is 02896. The total area of Rupsa Tehsil is 40 km². Rupsa has a sex ratio of approximately 962 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Rupsa Tehsil
Rupsa Tehsil has a total of 32 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Rupsa Tehsil, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agamouda | Kasipada | Baleshwar (17 km) |
| 2 | Ageria | Kasipada | Baleshwar (20 km) |
| 3 | Agoragohira | Kasipada | Baleshwar (18 km) |
| 4 | Ambagadia | Gadpada | Baleshwar (21 km) |
| 5 | Badajahata | Gadpada | Baleshwar (27 km) |
| 6 | Bakharabad | Gadpada | Baleshwar (20 km) |
| 7 | Barhapal | Routpada | Baleshwar (25 km) |
| 8 | Bathuakoili | Gadpada | Baleshwar (26 km) |
| 9 | Berhampur | Kasipada | Baleshwar (17 km) |
| 10 | Bhararapal | Routpada | Baleshwar (24 km) |
| 11 | Budhakhandi | Gadpada | Baleshwar (24 km) |
| 12 | Dimicha | Gadpada | Baleshwar (30 km) |
| 13 | Garapada | Gadpada | Baleshwar (24 km) |
| 14 | Hatiadiha | Kasipada | Baleshwar (16 km) |
| 15 | Hirapur | Gadpada | Baleshwar (24 km) |
| 16 | Jamunia | Gadpada | Baleshwar (24 km) |
| 17 | Jhinkiria | Routpada | Baleshwar (28 km) |
| 18 | Kadmauda | Kasipada | Baleshwar (18 km) |
| 19 | Kasipada | Kasipada | Baleshwar (19 km) |
| 20 | Lachhamankhunta | Gadpada | Baleshwar (25 km) |
| 21 | Maghakhunta | Gadpada | Baleshwar (29 km) |
| 22 | Mirigimundi | Kasipada | Baleshwar (18 km) |
| 23 | Oriasasan | Gadpada | Baleshwar (23 km) |
| 24 | Paschimsimulia | Gadpada | Baleshwar (16 km) |
| 25 | Patapur | Kasipada | Baleshwar (20 km) |
| 26 | Pinchhabania | Kasipada | Baleshwar (18 km) |
| 27 | Poradiha | Kasipada | Baleshwar (20 km) |
| 28 | Routapada | Routpada | Baleshwar (24 km) |
| 29 | Rupasasamil Hasanpur | Brahmanda | Baleshwar (20 km) |
| 30 | Sanajahata | Gadpada | Baleshwar (18 km) |
| 31 | Taharpur | Kasipada | Baleshwar (18 km) |
| 32 | Taraibati | Routpada | Baleshwar (24 km) |
Population of Rupsa Tehsil
The population profile of Rupsa Tehsil offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Rupsa Tehsil's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25,189 | 25,189 | N/A |
| Male Population | 12,835 | 12,835 | N/A |
| Female Population | 12,354 | 12,354 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,115 | 3,115 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,603 | 1,603 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,512 | 1,512 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 16,244 | 16,244 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 9,152 | 9,152 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 7,092 | 7,092 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 8,945 | 8,945 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,683 | 3,683 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 5,262 | 5,262 | N/A |
| Total Households | 5,510 | 5,510 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 25,189 people. Includes nearly 12,835 males and 12,354 females. Rural population is about 25,189 people.
- There are around 3,115 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 1,603 boys and 1,512 girls.
- Literate population is about 16,244 people. Non-literate population is around 8,945 people.
- There are nearly 5,510 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Rupsa Tehsil, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 3,917 | 3,917 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 1,985 | 1,985 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 1,932 | 1,932 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 4,815 | 4,815 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 2,337 | 2,337 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 2,478 | 2,478 | N/A |
| Population Density | 631 / km² | 631 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Rupsa Tehsil is approximately 3,917 people, including 1,985 males and 1,932 females. Around 3,917 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Rupsa Tehsil is about 4,815 people, including 2,337 males and 2,478 females. Around 4,815 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 631 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 631 people per sq. km.