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
According to the 2011 Census, Tapirikupuda village had a total population of 241 people, including 117 males and 124 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.12%, with male literacy at 39.00% and female literacy at 24.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 241.
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 | 241 | 117 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 17 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 241, including 117 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Tapirikupuda?
Tapirikupuda had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tapirikupuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tapirikupuda was 32.12%. Male literacy was 39.00% and female literacy was 24.73%.