Kacharapara - Raighar, Nabarangpur
Kacharapara is a village situated in the Raighar tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Raighar and around 100 km from Nabarangapur . Kacharapara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kacharapara is 427266. The village covers a total geographical area of 1529 hectares and falls under the 764088 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kacharapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kacharapara
As per Census 2011, Kacharapara village has a total population of 3,957 people, consisting of 2,000 males and 1,957 females. The village has 805 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 658 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,798 literate and 2,159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,326 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,077 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kacharapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,957 | 2,000 | 1,957 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 658 | 337 | 321 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,326 | 676 | 650 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,077 | 1,040 | 1,037 |
| Literate Population | 1,798 | 1,088 | 710 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,159 | 912 | 1,247 |
Nearby Villages of Kacharapara
Kacharapara 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 Kacharapara
Kacharapara 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Kacharapara is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Kacharapara is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kacharapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kacharapara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kacharapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kacharapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kacharapara
Where is Kacharapara located?
Kacharapara village is located in Raighar Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kacharapara?
Kacharapara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kacharapara?
The pincode of Kacharapara is 764088.
What is the population of Kacharapara?
Kacharapara has a total population of 3,957, including 2,000 males and 1,957 females.
How many households are there in Kacharapara?
There are 805 households in Kacharapara.
What is the literacy rate in Kacharapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kacharapara is 45.44%. Male literacy is 54.40% and female literacy is 36.28%.