Rupapadar - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Rupapadar is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Dukum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rupapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rupapadar is 425283. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Rupapadar 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 Rupapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Rupapadar village had a total population of 43 people, including 22 males and 21 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.48%, with male literacy at 68.42% and female literacy at 21.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 13 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 9 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Rupapadar
Rupapadar 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 Rupapadar
Rupapadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Rupapadar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Rupapadar is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Rupapadar 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 Rupapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rupapadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rupapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rupapadar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Rupapadar
Where is Rupapadar located?
Rupapadar village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rupapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Rupapadar is Dukum.
What is the pincode of Rupapadar?
The pincode of Rupapadar is 765019.
What is the population of Rupapadar?
Rupapadar had a total population of 43, including 22 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Rupapadar?
Rupapadar had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rupapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rupapadar was 48.48%. Male literacy was 68.42% and female literacy was 21.43%.