Tope - Attabira, Bargarh
Tope is a village situated in the Attabira tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Attabira and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Tope village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tope is 380885. The village covers a total geographical area of 1091 hectares and falls under the 768027 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Tope village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Attabira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tope
As per Census 2011, Tope village has a total population of 4,703 people, consisting of 2,401 males and 2,302 females. The village has 1,154 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 504 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,189 literate and 1,514 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,234 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 615 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tope are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,703 | 2,401 | 2,302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 504 | 263 | 241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,234 | 622 | 612 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 615 | 320 | 295 |
| Literate Population | 3,189 | 1,802 | 1,387 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,514 | 599 | 915 |
Nearby Villages of Tope
Tope 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singhpali | North | 1.95 km |
| Parmanpur | East | 2.37 km |
| Attabira | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Pithaputal | North-East | 4.01 km |
| Ladarpali | South | 4.07 km |
| Manapara | West | 4.48 km |
| Bhoipura | South-East | 4.50 km |
| Bhoipali | East | 4.51 km |
| Tupapara | North-East | 4.52 km |
| Saranda | East | 4.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tope
Tope is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Attabira, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Tope is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tope
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tope 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tope
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tope village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tope
Where is Tope located?
Tope village is located in Attabira Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tope?
Tope is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tope?
The pincode of Tope is 768027.
What is the population of Tope?
Tope has a total population of 4,703, including 2,401 males and 2,302 females.
How many households are there in Tope?
There are 1,154 households in Tope.
What is the literacy rate in Tope?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tope is 67.81%. Male literacy is 75.05% and female literacy is 60.25%.