Chipi - Vengurla, Sindhudurg
Chipi is a village situated in the Vengurla tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vengurla and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Chipi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chipi is 566632. The village covers a total geographical area of 970.58 hectares and falls under the 416523 pincode. Vengurla is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Chipi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chipi
According to the 2011 Census, Chipi village had a total population of 682 people, including 329 males and 353 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 1,073 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.97%, with male literacy at 87.71% and female literacy at 80.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 682 | 329 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 264 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 65 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Chipi
Chipi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parule | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Gavan | South | 2.58 km |
| Waghavane | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Devli | North | 3.13 km |
| Devbag | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Kalethar | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Wak | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Karli | East | 3.69 km |
| Shelapi | South-East | 4.46 km |
| Bhogave | South | 4.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chipi
Chipi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kudal, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.8 km.
| 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 Vengurla to Chipi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Chipi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chipi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chipi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chipi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chipi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chipi
Where is Chipi located?
Chipi village is located in Vengurla Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chipi?
Chipi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chipi?
The pincode of Chipi is 416523.
What is the population of Chipi?
Chipi had a total population of 682, including 329 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Chipi?
Chipi had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chipi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chipi was 83.97%. Male literacy was 87.71% and female literacy was 80.55%.