Kupudama - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Kupudama is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 163 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kupudama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kupudama is 417176. The village covers a total geographical area of 262 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 135 km away.
Kupudama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kupudama
According to the 2011 Census, Kupudama village had a total population of 499 people, including 266 males and 233 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.15%, with male literacy at 55.15% and female literacy at 26.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 90, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 398.
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 | 499 | 266 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 72 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 398 | 209 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 107 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 341 | 159 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Kupudama
Kupudama 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 Kupudama
Kupudama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rayagada to Kupudama is about 135 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kupudama is about 163 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kupudama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kupudama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kupudama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kupudama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kupudama
Where is Kupudama located?
Kupudama village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kupudama?
The Gram Panchayat of Kupudama is Ora.
What is the pincode of Kupudama?
The pincode of Kupudama is 762105.
What is the population of Kupudama?
Kupudama had a total population of 499, including 266 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Kupudama?
Kupudama had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kupudama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kupudama was 41.15%. Male literacy was 55.15% and female literacy was 26.84%.