Kopinda - Nimapada, Puri
Kopinda is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Dhaleswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kopinda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kopinda is 408962. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 752106 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kopinda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kopinda
According to the 2011 Census, Kopinda village had a total population of 365 people, including 181 males and 184 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.68%, with male literacy at 94.94% and female literacy at 82.50%.
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 | 365 | 181 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 150 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 31 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Kopinda
Kopinda 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 Kopinda
Public transport in the Kopinda 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 Nimapada to Kopinda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Kopinda 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 Kopinda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kopinda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kopinda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kopinda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kopinda
Where is Kopinda located?
Kopinda village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kopinda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kopinda is Dhaleswar.
What is the pincode of Kopinda?
The pincode of Kopinda is 752106.
What is the population of Kopinda?
Kopinda had a total population of 365, including 181 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Kopinda?
Kopinda had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kopinda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kopinda was 88.68%. Male literacy was 94.94% and female literacy was 82.50%.