Rupen - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Rupen is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Silet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rupen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rupen is 424324. The village covers a total geographical area of 8 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 87 km away.
Rupen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rupen
As per Census 2011, Rupen village has a total population of 195 people, consisting of 89 males and 106 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 1,191 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 61 literate and 134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 192 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rupen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 195 | 89 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 10 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 192 | 87 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 51 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 38 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Rupen
Rupen is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Rupen
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Rupen. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Rupen.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Rupen is about 87 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rupen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rupen 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rupen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rupen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rupen
Where is Rupen located?
Rupen village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rupen?
The Gram Panchayat of Rupen is Silet.
What is the pincode of Rupen?
The pincode of Rupen is 766037.
What is the population of Rupen?
Rupen has a total population of 195, including 89 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Rupen?
There are 43 households in Rupen.
What is the literacy rate in Rupen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rupen is 31.28%. Male literacy is 57.30% and female literacy is 9.43%.