Nehurupali - Kotpad, Koraput
Nehurupali is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 61 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Ghumar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nehurupali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nehurupali is 428125. The village covers a total geographical area of 1065 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Nehurupali 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 Nehurupali
As per Census 2011, Nehurupali village has a total population of 1,617 people, consisting of 805 males and 812 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 485 literate and 1,132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 208 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 562 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nehurupali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,617 | 805 | 812 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 154 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 109 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 562 | 286 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 485 | 323 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,132 | 482 | 650 |
Nearby Villages of Nehurupali
Nehurupali is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kandagam | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Phupugam | South | 2.81 km |
| Ekomba | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Bangaguda | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Hardoli (hordoli) | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Miriguda | North | 3.95 km |
| Sorgiguda( Pakhanaguda) | North-East | 4.06 km |
| Nuagam(thengguda Kamalpadar) | West | 4.18 km |
| Ghumargam(ghomar) | North-West | 4.22 km |
| Chichiliput | South | 4.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nehurupali
Public transport in the Nehurupali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Charamula Kusum, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.5 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Nehurupali is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Nehurupali is about 83 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 Nehurupali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nehurupali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nehurupali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nehurupali 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nehurupali
Where is Nehurupali located?
Nehurupali village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nehurupali?
The Gram Panchayat of Nehurupali is Ghumar.
What is the pincode of Nehurupali?
The pincode of Nehurupali is 764058.
What is the population of Nehurupali?
Nehurupali has a total population of 1,617, including 805 males and 812 females.
How many households are there in Nehurupali?
There are 386 households in Nehurupali.
What is the literacy rate in Nehurupali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nehurupali is 29.99%. Male literacy is 40.12% and female literacy is 19.95%.