Sipah Khas - Manjha, Gopalganj
Sipah Khas is a village situated in the Manjha subdivision of Gopalganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manjha and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Gopalganj. Sipah Khash serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sipah Khas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sipah Khas is 230983. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 841427 pincode. Gopalganj is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sipah Khas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sipah Khas
As per Census 2011, Sipah Khas village has a total population of 1,456 people, consisting of 716 males and 740 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 941 literate and 515 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sipah Khas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,456 | 716 | 740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 120 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 47 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 941 | 511 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 515 | 205 | 310 |
Nearby Villages of Sipah Khas
Sipah Khas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pasrampur | North | 0.83 km |
| Partappur | South-West | 1.12 km |
| Santpur | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Dhobaulia | North-West | 1.46 km |
| Gobindapur | North | 1.74 km |
| Upar Chhanta | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Lohjira | North | 2.00 km |
| Chhitauli | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Deuria | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Math Deuria | South-West | 2.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sipah Khas
Sipah Khas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Manjhagarh, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gopalganj to Sipah Khas is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sipah Khas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sipah Khas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sipah Khas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sipah Khas 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sipah Khas
Where is Sipah Khas located?
Sipah Khas village is located in Manjha Subdivision, Gopalganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sipah Khas?
The Gram Panchayat of Sipah Khas is Sipah Khash.
What is the pincode of Sipah Khas?
The pincode of Sipah Khas is 841427.
What is the population of Sipah Khas?
Sipah Khas has a total population of 1,456, including 716 males and 740 females.
How many households are there in Sipah Khas?
There are 236 households in Sipah Khas.
What is the literacy rate in Sipah Khas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sipah Khas is 64.63%. Male literacy is 71.37% and female literacy is 58.11%.