Kechopakhan - Komna, Nuapada
Kechopakhan is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Soseng serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kechopakhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kechopakhan is 421853. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Kechopakhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kechopakhan
According to the 2011 Census, Kechopakhan village had a total population of 46 people, including 27 males and 19 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 704 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.35%, with male literacy at 45.00% and female literacy at 14.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 46.
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 | 46 | 27 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 27 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 9 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 18 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Kechopakhan
Kechopakhan 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 Kechopakhan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kechopakhan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Khariar Road to Kechopakhan is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Kechopakhan is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kechopakhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kechopakhan 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 Kechopakhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kechopakhan 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 Kechopakhan
Where is Kechopakhan located?
Kechopakhan village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kechopakhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kechopakhan is Soseng.
What is the pincode of Kechopakhan?
The pincode of Kechopakhan is 766106.
What is the population of Kechopakhan?
Kechopakhan had a total population of 46, including 27 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Kechopakhan?
Kechopakhan had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kechopakhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kechopakhan was 32.35%. Male literacy was 45.00% and female literacy was 14.29%.