Sipur - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Sipur is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from Shimla. Mashobra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sipur is 024748. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Sipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sipur
According to the 2011 Census, Sipur village had a total population of 183 people, including 100 males and 83 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 830 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.43%, with male literacy at 93.41% and female literacy at 73.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 183 | 100 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 85 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 15 | 27 |
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
Sipur 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 Shimla to Sipur is about 16 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sipur
Where is Sipur located?
Sipur village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sipur is Mashobra.
What is the pincode of Sipur?
The pincode of Sipur is 171001.
What is the population of Sipur?
Sipur had a total population of 183, including 100 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Sipur?
Sipur had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sipur was 84.43%. Male literacy was 93.41% and female literacy was 73.68%.