Kaspabalsa - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Kaspabalsa is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 121 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Langalapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaspabalsa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaspabalsa is 428688. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Kaspabalsa 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 Kaspabalsa
According to the 2011 Census, Kaspabalsa village had a total population of 144 people, including 66 males and 78 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,182 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.38%, with male literacy at 61.67% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 120.
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 | 144 | 66 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 56 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 29 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Kaspabalsa
Kaspabalsa 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 Kaspabalsa
Kaspabalsa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sunabeda to Kaspabalsa is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kaspabalsa is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaspabalsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaspabalsa 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kaspabalsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaspabalsa 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kaspabalsa
Where is Kaspabalsa located?
Kaspabalsa village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kaspabalsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaspabalsa is Langalapada.
What is the pincode of Kaspabalsa?
The pincode of Kaspabalsa is 764014.
What is the population of Kaspabalsa?
Kaspabalsa had a total population of 144, including 66 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Kaspabalsa?
Kaspabalsa had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaspabalsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaspabalsa was 55.38%. Male literacy was 61.67% and female literacy was 50.00%.