Erapalli - Kotpad, Koraput
Erapalli is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Chandili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Erapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Erapalli is 428172. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Erapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Erapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Erapalli village had a total population of 735 people, including 368 males and 367 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.17%, with male literacy at 54.78% and female literacy at 37.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 578.
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 | 735 | 368 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 54 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 578 | 295 | 283 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 172 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 452 | 196 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Erapalli
Erapalli 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 Erapalli
Public transport in the Erapalli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Erapalli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Erapalli is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Erapalli is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Erapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Erapalli 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 Erapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Erapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Erapalli
Where is Erapalli located?
Erapalli village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Erapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Erapalli is Chandili.
What is the pincode of Erapalli?
The pincode of Erapalli is 764058.
What is the population of Erapalli?
Erapalli had a total population of 735, including 368 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Erapalli?
Erapalli had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Erapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Erapalli was 46.17%. Male literacy was 54.78% and female literacy was 37.12%.