Khalepara - Raighar, Nabarangpur
Khalepara is a village situated in the Raighar tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from Kundei and around 122 km from Nabarangapur . Kaudola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalepara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalepara is 427293. The village covers a total geographical area of 254 hectares and falls under the 764074 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Khalepara 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 Khalepara
According to the 2011 Census, Khalepara village had a total population of 456 people, including 231 males and 225 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.00%, with male literacy at 55.33% and female literacy at 30.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 450.
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 | 456 | 231 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 450 | 229 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 109 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 122 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Khalepara
Khalepara 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 Khalepara
Khalepara 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 Umarkote to Khalepara is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Khalepara is about 122 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 Khalepara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalepara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khalepara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalepara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khalepara
Where is Khalepara located?
Khalepara village is located in Raighar Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalepara?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalepara is Kaudola.
What is the pincode of Khalepara?
The pincode of Khalepara is 764074.
What is the population of Khalepara?
Khalepara had a total population of 456, including 231 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Khalepara?
Khalepara had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalepara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalepara was 43.00%. Male literacy was 55.33% and female literacy was 30.61%.