Tapirikupuda - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Tapirikupuda is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Hanumantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tapirikupuda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tapirikupuda is 425094. The village covers a total geographical area of 1102 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Tapirikupuda 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 Tapirikupuda
As per Census 2011, Tapirikupuda village has a total population of 241 people, consisting of 117 males and 124 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,059 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 62 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 241 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tapirikupuda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 241 | 117 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 17 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 241 | 117 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 39 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 78 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Tapirikupuda
Tapirikupuda 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 Tapirikupuda
Public transport in the Tapirikupuda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gudari to Tapirikupuda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Tapirikupuda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tapirikupuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tapirikupuda 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 Tapirikupuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tapirikupuda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tapirikupuda
Where is Tapirikupuda located?
Tapirikupuda village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tapirikupuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Tapirikupuda is Hanumantpur.
What is the pincode of Tapirikupuda?
The pincode of Tapirikupuda is 765020.
What is the population of Tapirikupuda?
Tapirikupuda has a total population of 241, including 117 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Tapirikupuda?
There are 48 households in Tapirikupuda.
What is the literacy rate in Tapirikupuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tapirikupuda is 25.73%. Male literacy is 33.33% and female literacy is 18.55%.