Kupaguda - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Kupaguda is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mallikapadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kupaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kupaguda is 415836. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kupaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kupaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Kupaguda village had a total population of 319 people, including 155 males and 164 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,058 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.83%, with male literacy at 84.83% and female literacy at 64.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 200.
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 | 319 | 155 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 10 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 200 | 100 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 123 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 32 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Kupaguda
Kupaguda 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 Kupaguda
Kupaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Kupaguda is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kupaguda is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kupaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kupaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kupaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kupaguda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kupaguda
Where is Kupaguda located?
Kupaguda village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kupaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kupaguda is Mallikapadi.
What is the pincode of Kupaguda?
The pincode of Kupaguda is 762100.
What is the population of Kupaguda?
Kupaguda had a total population of 319, including 155 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Kupaguda?
Kupaguda had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kupaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kupaguda was 74.83%. Male literacy was 84.83% and female literacy was 64.83%.