Chupa - Machh Kund, Koraput
Chupa is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Dabuguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chupa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chupa is 429500. The village covers a total geographical area of 235 hectares and falls under the 764081 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Chupa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Chupa
As per Census 2011, Chupa village has a total population of 298 people, consisting of 147 males and 151 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 109 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 173 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chupa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 298 | 147 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 92 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 12 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 64 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 83 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Chupa
Chupa 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 Chupa
Public transport in the Chupa is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chupa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Chupa is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Chupa is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chupa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chupa 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 Chupa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chupa 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 Chupa
Where is Chupa located?
Chupa village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chupa?
The Gram Panchayat of Chupa is Dabuguda.
What is the pincode of Chupa?
The pincode of Chupa is 764081.
What is the population of Chupa?
Chupa has a total population of 298, including 147 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Chupa?
There are 71 households in Chupa.
What is the literacy rate in Chupa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chupa is 36.58%. Male literacy is 43.54% and female literacy is 29.80%.