Sipua - Goilkera, West Singhbhum
Sipua is a village situated in the Goilkera subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 9 km from Goilkera and around 58 km from Chaibasa. Bila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sipua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sipua is 377598. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.97 hectares and falls under the 833103 pincode.
Sipua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sipua
As per Census 2011, Sipua village has a total population of 401 people, consisting of 208 males and 193 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 244 literate and 157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 127 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 134 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sipua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 401 | 208 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 35 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 134 | 72 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 149 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 59 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Sipua
Sipua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raghunathpur | South-East | 0.59 km |
| Pariyanandpur | North-East | 0.92 km |
| Kula | South-West | 0.96 km |
| Bila | East | 1.98 km |
| Jharanasa | West | 2.01 km |
| Sajabandh | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Sarbil | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Dalaikela | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Lajora | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Beraduya | East | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sipua
Public transport in the Sipua is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tunia, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Sipua is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sipua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sipua 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sipua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sipua 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sipua
Where is Sipua located?
Sipua village is located in Goilkera Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sipua?
The Gram Panchayat of Sipua is Bila.
What is the pincode of Sipua?
The pincode of Sipua is 833103.
What is the population of Sipua?
Sipua has a total population of 401, including 208 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Sipua?
There are 90 households in Sipua.
What is the literacy rate in Sipua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sipua is 60.85%. Male literacy is 71.63% and female literacy is 49.22%.