Rapeya
Rapeya is a village located in Similia tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Similia (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Kapeya is the gram panchayat of Rapeya village.
Here you can discover what makes Rapeya unique in its vibrant Similia-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Rapeya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Rapeya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rapeya is 394198. The village spans a total geographical area of 314 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756134. Bhadrak is nearest town to Rapeya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Rapeya
Population of Rapeya
According to the 2011 Census, Rapeya has a total population of about 1,378, with approximately 660 males and 718 females. The sex ratio is around 1087 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 204 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 561 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 145. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.45%, with male literacy at about 67.58% and female literacy near 53.90%. There are around 332 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rapeya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,378 | 660 | 718 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 110 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 561 | 258 | 303 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 65 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 833 | 446 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 545 | 214 | 331 |
Connectivity of Rapeya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rapeya. As per the 2011 stats, Rapeya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rapeya
Knowing the nearby villages of Rapeya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rapeya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rapeya
- Where is Rapeya located?
- Rapeya village is situated in Similia Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rapeya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Rapeya is Kapeya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Rapeya?
- The pincode of Rapeya is 756134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rapeya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rapeya is 1,378, with 660 males and 718 females.
- How many households are there in Rapeya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rapeya village has a total of 332 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rapeya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rapeya is 60.45%. The male literacy rate is 67.58%, while the female literacy rate is 53.90%.