Kutripali - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Kutripali is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhanpur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Sunari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kutripali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kutripali is 381031. The village covers a total geographical area of 809 hectares and falls under the 768234 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Kutripali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kutripali
As per Census 2011, Kutripali village has a total population of 691 people, consisting of 354 males and 337 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 488 literate and 203 illiterate residents. Additionally, 283 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 353 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kutripali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 691 | 354 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 26 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 147 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 353 | 181 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 488 | 293 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 61 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Kutripali
Kutripali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patrapali | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Pandri | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Benkmura | East | 3.33 km |
| Sunari | North-West | 3.77 km |
| Balanda | East | 4.56 km |
| Remenda | North-East | 5.08 km |
| Barihapali | North | 5.56 km |
| Bhutia | North-East | 6.67 km |
| Baragad | North-East | 7.80 km |
| Bhejikud | East | 7.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kutripali
Kutripali is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Hirakud, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belpahar to Kutripali is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Kutripali is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kutripali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kutripali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kutripali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kutripali 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kutripali
Where is Kutripali located?
Kutripali village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kutripali?
The Gram Panchayat of Kutripali is Sunari.
What is the pincode of Kutripali?
The pincode of Kutripali is 768234.
What is the population of Kutripali?
Kutripali has a total population of 691, including 354 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Kutripali?
There are 153 households in Kutripali.
What is the literacy rate in Kutripali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kutripali is 70.62%. Male literacy is 82.77% and female literacy is 57.86%.