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
According to the 2011 Census, Rupen village had a total population of 195 people, including 89 males and 106 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,191 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.53%, with male literacy at 64.56% and female literacy at 11.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 192.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 195 | 89 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 10 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 195, including 89 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Rupen?
Rupen had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rupen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rupen was 36.53%. Male literacy was 64.56% and female literacy was 11.36%.