Upkapani - Komna, Nuapada
Upkapani is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Soseng serves as the Gram Panchayat for Upkapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upkapani is 421861. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 766111 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Upkapani 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 Upkapani
As per Census 2011, Upkapani village has a total population of 24 people, consisting of 9 males and 15 females. The village has 4 households and a sex ratio of 1,666 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10 literate and 14 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Upkapani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 1 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Upkapani
Upkapani 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 Upkapani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Upkapani.
| 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 Upkapani is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Upkapani is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Upkapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upkapani 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 Upkapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upkapani 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Upkapani
Where is Upkapani located?
Upkapani village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Upkapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Upkapani is Soseng.
What is the pincode of Upkapani?
The pincode of Upkapani is 766111.
What is the population of Upkapani?
Upkapani has a total population of 24, including 9 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Upkapani?
There are 4 households in Upkapani.
What is the literacy rate in Upkapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upkapani is 41.67%. Male literacy is 88.89% and female literacy is 13.33%.