Kopranda - Bisra, Sundargarh
Kopranda is a village situated in the Bisra tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisra and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Bhalulata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kopranda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kopranda is 384528. The village covers a total geographical area of 363 hectares and falls under the 770036 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kopranda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biramitrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kopranda
As per Census 2011, Kopranda village has a total population of 1,496 people, consisting of 732 males and 764 females. The village has 309 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 970 literate and 526 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,036 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kopranda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,496 | 732 | 764 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 74 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,036 | 506 | 530 |
| Literate Population | 970 | 538 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 526 | 194 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Kopranda
Kopranda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jodabandha | West | 1.56 km |
| Kokerama | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Bhalulata | East | 2.30 km |
| Jatatoli | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Barsuan | South | 2.58 km |
| Bisra | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Bhumijtola | West | 2.66 km |
| Chengjharan | North | 2.68 km |
| Udusu | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Tulasikani | East | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kopranda
Public transport in the Kopranda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhalulata, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Raurkela to Kopranda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kopranda is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kopranda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kopranda 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 Kopranda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kopranda 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kopranda
Where is Kopranda located?
Kopranda village is located in Bisra Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kopranda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kopranda is Bhalulata.
What is the pincode of Kopranda?
The pincode of Kopranda is 770036.
What is the population of Kopranda?
Kopranda has a total population of 1,496, including 732 males and 764 females.
How many households are there in Kopranda?
There are 309 households in Kopranda.
What is the literacy rate in Kopranda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kopranda is 64.84%. Male literacy is 73.50% and female literacy is 56.54%.