Sippighat (Rv) - Port Blair, South Andamans
Sippighat (Rv) is a village situated in the Port Blair taluka of South Andamans district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. It is located approximately 13 km from Port Blair and around 13 km from Port Blair. Sippighat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sippighat (Rv) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sippighat (Rv) is 645534. The village covers a total geographical area of 285 hectares and falls under the 744105 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sippighat (Rv) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sippighat (Rv)
According to the 2011 Census, Sippighat (Rv) village had a total population of 1,522 people, including 825 males and 697 females, living in 367 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.05%, with male literacy at 90.74% and female literacy at 82.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,522 | 825 | 697 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 69 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,197 | 686 | 511 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 139 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Sippighat (Rv)
Sippighat (Rv) 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 Sippighat (Rv)
Sippighat (Rv) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Port Blair to Sippighat (Rv) is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Port Blair to Sippighat (Rv) is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sippighat (Rv)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sippighat (Rv) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sippighat (Rv)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sippighat (Rv) 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sippighat (Rv)
Where is Sippighat (Rv) located?
Sippighat (Rv) village is located in Port Blair Taluka, South Andamans district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sippighat (Rv)?
The Gram Panchayat of Sippighat (Rv) is Sippighat.
What is the pincode of Sippighat (Rv)?
The pincode of Sippighat (Rv) is 744105.
What is the population of Sippighat (Rv)?
Sippighat (Rv) had a total population of 1,522, including 825 males and 697 females.
How many households are there in Sippighat (Rv)?
Sippighat (Rv) had 367 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sippighat (Rv)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sippighat (Rv) was 87.05%. Male literacy was 90.74% and female literacy was 82.55%.