Kepiti - Gudari, Rayagada
Kepiti is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Madhubana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kepiti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kepiti is 426955. The village covers a total geographical area of 299 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kepiti 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 Kepiti
As per Census 2011, Kepiti village has a total population of 173 people, consisting of 91 males and 82 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3 literate and 170 illiterate residents. Additionally, 173 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kepiti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 173 | 91 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 91 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 3 | - |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 88 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Kepiti
Kepiti 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 Kepiti
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kepiti. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kepiti.
| 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 Gudari to Kepiti is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kepiti is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kepiti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kepiti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kepiti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kepiti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kepiti
Where is Kepiti located?
Kepiti village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kepiti?
The Gram Panchayat of Kepiti is Madhubana.
What is the pincode of Kepiti?
The pincode of Kepiti is 765026.
What is the population of Kepiti?
Kepiti has a total population of 173, including 91 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Kepiti?
There are 32 households in Kepiti.