Ompara - Gunupur, Rayagada
Ompara is a village situated in the Gunupur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gunupur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Gadiakholla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ompara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ompara is 426822. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 765022 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Ompara 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 Ompara
As per Census 2011, Ompara village has a total population of 442 people, consisting of 244 males and 198 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 811 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 146 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 437 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ompara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 442 | 244 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 56 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 437 | 240 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 105 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 139 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Ompara
Ompara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Badigam | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Regada | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Hill | South | 3.18 km |
| Narasinghmunda | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Nauda | South-East | 3.58 km |
| Ullabhadra | South | 3.95 km |
| Palasingi | West | 3.95 km |
| Gobariguda | North-West | 4.27 km |
| Gadiakhala | North-West | 4.31 km |
| Khilamunda | East | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ompara
Ompara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Palasingi, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.5 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Ompara is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Ompara is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ompara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ompara 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ompara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ompara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ompara
Where is Ompara located?
Ompara village is located in Gunupur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ompara?
The Gram Panchayat of Ompara is Gadiakholla.
What is the pincode of Ompara?
The pincode of Ompara is 765022.
What is the population of Ompara?
Ompara has a total population of 442, including 244 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Ompara?
There are 90 households in Ompara.
What is the literacy rate in Ompara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ompara is 33.03%. Male literacy is 43.03% and female literacy is 20.71%.