Perapa - Kashipur, Rayagada
Perapa is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Siripai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Perapa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Perapa is 425974. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Perapa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Perapa
As per Census 2011, Perapa village has a total population of 190 people, consisting of 87 males and 103 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,183 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 55 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 190 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Perapa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 190 | 87 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 190 | 87 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 56 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Perapa
Perapa 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 Perapa
Perapa 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Perapa is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Perapa is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Perapa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Perapa 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 Perapa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Perapa 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 Perapa
Where is Perapa located?
Perapa village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Perapa?
The Gram Panchayat of Perapa is Siripai.
What is the pincode of Perapa?
The pincode of Perapa is 765015.
What is the population of Perapa?
Perapa has a total population of 190, including 87 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Perapa?
There are 49 households in Perapa.
What is the literacy rate in Perapa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Perapa is 28.95%. Male literacy is 35.63% and female literacy is 23.30%.