Kopara - Mathili, Malkangiri
Kopara is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Karatanpalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kopara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kopara is 430350. The village covers a total geographical area of 704 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Kopara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kopara
According to the 2011 Census, Kopara village had a total population of 601 people, including 315 males and 286 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.85%, with male literacy at 75.10% and female literacy at 53.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 514.
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 | 601 | 315 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 58 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 514 | 273 | 241 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 193 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 122 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Kopara
Kopara 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 Kopara
Kopara 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kopara is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Kopara is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kopara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kopara 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 Kopara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kopara 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 Kopara
Where is Kopara located?
Kopara village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kopara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kopara is Karatanpalli.
What is the pincode of Kopara?
The pincode of Kopara is 764044.
What is the population of Kopara?
Kopara had a total population of 601, including 315 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Kopara?
Kopara had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kopara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kopara was 64.85%. Male literacy was 75.10% and female literacy was 53.78%.