Sipur - Shankheshvar, Patan
Sipur is a village situated in the Shankheshvar taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Sami and around 65 km from Patan. Sipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sipur is 509037. The village covers a total geographical area of 1740.03 hectares and falls under the 384241 pincode. Harij is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Sipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanasma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sipur
As per Census 2011, Sipur village has a total population of 1,815 people, consisting of 941 males and 874 females. The village has 379 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,042 literate and 773 illiterate residents. Additionally, 166 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,815 | 941 | 874 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 116 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 77 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 1,042 | 662 | 380 |
| Illiterate Population | 773 | 279 | 494 |
Nearby Villages of Sipur
Sipur 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 Sipur
Public transport in the Sipur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harij to Sipur is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Sipur 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 Sipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sipur
Where is Sipur located?
Sipur village is located in Shankheshvar Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sipur?
Sipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sipur?
The pincode of Sipur is 384241.
What is the population of Sipur?
Sipur has a total population of 1,815, including 941 males and 874 females.
How many households are there in Sipur?
There are 379 households in Sipur.
What is the literacy rate in Sipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sipur is 57.41%. Male literacy is 70.35% and female literacy is 43.48%.