Rupagan - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Rupagan is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Chahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rupagan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rupagan is 416052. The village covers a total geographical area of 381 hectares and falls under the 762028 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Rupagan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rupagan
As per Census 2011, Rupagan village has a total population of 885 people, consisting of 444 males and 441 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 567 literate and 318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 241 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rupagan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 885 | 444 | 441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 66 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 241 | 112 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 567 | 333 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 111 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Rupagan
Rupagan 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 Rupagan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Rupagan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Rupagan is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Rupagan is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rupagan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rupagan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rupagan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rupagan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rupagan
Where is Rupagan located?
Rupagan village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rupagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Rupagan is Chahali.
What is the pincode of Rupagan?
The pincode of Rupagan is 762028.
What is the population of Rupagan?
Rupagan has a total population of 885, including 444 males and 441 females.
How many households are there in Rupagan?
There are 215 households in Rupagan.
What is the literacy rate in Rupagan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rupagan is 64.07%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 53.06%.