Lopeta - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Lopeta is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Jaguguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lopeta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lopeta is 428795. The village covers a total geographical area of 278 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Lopeta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lopeta
According to the 2011 Census, Lopeta village had a total population of 1,021 people, including 457 males and 564 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 1,234 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.33%, with male literacy at 35.75% and female literacy at 31.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 973.
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 | 1,021 | 457 | 564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 85 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 12 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 973 | 439 | 534 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 133 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 738 | 324 | 414 |
Nearby Villages of Lopeta
Lopeta 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 Lopeta
Public transport in the Lopeta is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Lopeta is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Lopeta is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lopeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lopeta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lopeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lopeta 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 Lopeta
Where is Lopeta located?
Lopeta village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lopeta?
The Gram Panchayat of Lopeta is Jaguguda.
What is the pincode of Lopeta?
The pincode of Lopeta is 764027.
What is the population of Lopeta?
Lopeta had a total population of 1,021, including 457 males and 564 females.
How many households are there in Lopeta?
Lopeta had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lopeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lopeta was 33.33%. Male literacy was 35.75% and female literacy was 31.45%.