Kachhupada - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Kachhupada is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 159 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Lahunipara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kachhupada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachhupada is 384809. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Kachhupada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kachhupada
According to the 2011 Census, Kachhupada village had a total population of 229 people, including 117 males and 112 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.15%, with male literacy at 79.21% and female literacy at 61.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 229 | 117 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 80 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 37 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Kachhupada
Kachhupada 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 Kachhupada
Public transport in the Kachhupada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kachhupada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Kachhupada is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kachhupada is about 159 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kachhupada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachhupada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kachhupada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kachhupada 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kachhupada
Where is Kachhupada located?
Kachhupada village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kachhupada?
The Gram Panchayat of Kachhupada is Lahunipara.
What is the pincode of Kachhupada?
The pincode of Kachhupada is 770040.
What is the population of Kachhupada?
Kachhupada had a total population of 229, including 117 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Kachhupada?
Kachhupada had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kachhupada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachhupada was 70.15%. Male literacy was 79.21% and female literacy was 61.00%.