Tipura - Oupada, Balasore
Tipura is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Oupada and around 65 km from Baleshwar. Rairamachandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tipura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tipura is 393394. The village covers a total geographical area of 16 hectares and falls under the 756048 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Tipura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tipura
According to the 2011 Census, Tipura village had a total population of 101 people, including 49 males and 52 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.72%, with male literacy at 92.68% and female literacy at 69.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64.
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 | 101 | 49 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 30 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 38 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 11 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Tipura
Tipura 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 Tipura
Tipura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Tipura.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Tipura is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Tipura is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tipura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tipura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tipura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tipura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tipura
Where is Tipura located?
Tipura village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tipura?
The Gram Panchayat of Tipura is Rairamachandrapur.
What is the pincode of Tipura?
The pincode of Tipura is 756048.
What is the population of Tipura?
Tipura had a total population of 101, including 49 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Tipura?
Tipura had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tipura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tipura was 80.72%. Male literacy was 92.68% and female literacy was 69.05%.