Paraja Kupuli - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Paraja Kupuli is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chatikona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paraja Kupuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paraja Kupuli is 425308. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Paraja Kupuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paraja Kupuli
According to the 2011 Census, Paraja Kupuli village had a total population of 77 people, including 35 males and 42 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.84%, with male literacy at 48.28% and female literacy at 21.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 75.
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 | 77 | 35 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 34 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 21 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Paraja Kupuli
Paraja Kupuli 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 Paraja Kupuli
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Paraja Kupuli. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Paraja Kupuli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Paraja Kupuli is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Paraja Kupuli is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paraja Kupuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paraja Kupuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paraja Kupuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paraja Kupuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paraja Kupuli
Where is Paraja Kupuli located?
Paraja Kupuli village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paraja Kupuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Paraja Kupuli is Chatikona.
What is the pincode of Paraja Kupuli?
The pincode of Paraja Kupuli is 765019.
What is the population of Paraja Kupuli?
Paraja Kupuli had a total population of 77, including 35 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Paraja Kupuli?
Paraja Kupuli had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paraja Kupuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paraja Kupuli was 32.84%. Male literacy was 48.28% and female literacy was 21.05%.