Usakapali - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Usakapali is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalimela and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Chitrangapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Usakapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Usakapali is 430981. The village covers a total geographical area of 414 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Usakapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Usakapali
According to the 2011 Census, Usakapali village had a total population of 542 people, including 277 males and 265 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.55%, with male literacy at 43.61% and female literacy at 33.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 261.
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 | 542 | 277 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 50 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 261 | 137 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 99 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 178 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Usakapali
Usakapali 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 Usakapali
Usakapali 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 Malkangiri to Usakapali is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Usakapali is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Usakapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Usakapali 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 Usakapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Usakapali 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 Usakapali
Where is Usakapali located?
Usakapali village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Usakapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Usakapali is Chitrangapalli.
What is the pincode of Usakapali?
The pincode of Usakapali is 764086.
What is the population of Usakapali?
Usakapali had a total population of 542, including 277 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Usakapali?
Usakapali had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Usakapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Usakapali was 38.55%. Male literacy was 43.61% and female literacy was 33.48%.