Seepur - Kaniha, Angul
Seepur is a village situated in the Kaniha tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Samal Barrage and around 60 km from Anugul . Karanapal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Seepur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seepur is 403854. The village covers a total geographical area of 1156 hectares and falls under the 759100 pincode. Talcher is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Seepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pallahara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Seepur
As per Census 2011, Seepur village has a total population of 2,627 people, consisting of 1,399 males and 1,228 females. The village has 661 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 290 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,672 literate and 955 illiterate residents. Additionally, 376 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 155 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Seepur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,627 | 1,399 | 1,228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 168 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 376 | 188 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 78 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 1,672 | 994 | 678 |
| Illiterate Population | 955 | 405 | 550 |
Nearby Villages of Seepur
Seepur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhadagram | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Balipasi | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Karnapal | West | 2.07 km |
| Dimirinali | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Siling | South | 2.52 km |
| Bhaluki | North | 2.60 km |
| Bankamunda | North | 2.71 km |
| Hansamunda | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Poipal | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Kantiapasi | North | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Seepur
Seepur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Talcher, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Talcher to Seepur is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Seepur 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 Seepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seepur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Seepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seepur 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 Seepur
Where is Seepur located?
Seepur village is located in Kaniha Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Seepur?
The Gram Panchayat of Seepur is Karanapal.
What is the pincode of Seepur?
The pincode of Seepur is 759100.
What is the population of Seepur?
Seepur has a total population of 2,627, including 1,399 males and 1,228 females.
How many households are there in Seepur?
There are 661 households in Seepur.
What is the literacy rate in Seepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seepur is 63.65%. Male literacy is 71.05% and female literacy is 55.21%.