Sipora Bazar - Bhokardan, Jalna
Sipora Bazar is a village situated in the Bhokardan tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhokardan and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Sipora Bazar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sipora Bazar is 547317. The village covers a total geographical area of 720 hectares and falls under the 431114 pincode. Bhokardan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sipora Bazar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badnapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sipora Bazar
As per Census 2011, Sipora Bazar village has a total population of 2,958 people, consisting of 1,509 males and 1,449 females. The village has 620 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 473 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,782 literate and 1,176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 308 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sipora Bazar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,958 | 1,509 | 1,449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 473 | 248 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 165 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,782 | 1,051 | 731 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,176 | 458 | 718 |
Nearby Villages of Sipora Bazar
Sipora Bazar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Borgaon (jahagir) | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Dautpur | South | 1.89 km |
| Babhulgaon | West | 2.50 km |
| Nimbola | North | 3.10 km |
| Tadkalas | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Asai | East | 3.58 km |
| Chorhala | West | 3.80 km |
| Bhaydi | North-West | 3.99 km |
| Kodoli | South | 4.34 km |
| Lingewadi | South-West | 4.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sipora Bazar
Sipora Bazar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badnapur, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhokardan to Sipora Bazar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Sipora Bazar is about 60 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 Sipora Bazar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sipora Bazar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sipora Bazar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sipora Bazar 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 Sipora Bazar
Where is Sipora Bazar located?
Sipora Bazar village is located in Bhokardan Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sipora Bazar?
Sipora Bazar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sipora Bazar?
The pincode of Sipora Bazar is 431114.
What is the population of Sipora Bazar?
Sipora Bazar has a total population of 2,958, including 1,509 males and 1,449 females.
How many households are there in Sipora Bazar?
There are 620 households in Sipora Bazar.
What is the literacy rate in Sipora Bazar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sipora Bazar is 60.24%. Male literacy is 69.65% and female literacy is 50.45%.