Bapla - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Bapla is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bijapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bapla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bapla is 425138. The village covers a total geographical area of 723 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Bapla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bapla
As per Census 2011, Bapla village has a total population of 207 people, consisting of 97 males and 110 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 1,134 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 51 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bapla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 207 | 97 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 66 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 68 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Bapla
Bapla 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 Bapla
Bapla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudari to Bapla is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bapla is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bapla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bapla 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 Bapla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bapla 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 Bapla
Where is Bapla located?
Bapla village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bapla?
The Gram Panchayat of Bapla is Bijapur.
What is the pincode of Bapla?
The pincode of Bapla is 765026.
What is the population of Bapla?
Bapla has a total population of 207, including 97 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Bapla?
There are 33 households in Bapla.
What is the literacy rate in Bapla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bapla is 24.64%. Male literacy is 29.90% and female literacy is 20.00%.