Sipura - Mahanga, Cuttack
Sipura is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Mahanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sipura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sipura is 399444. The village covers a total geographical area of 234 hectares and falls under the 754206 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Sipura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sipura
As per Census 2011, Sipura village has a total population of 1,140 people, consisting of 587 males and 553 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 934 literate and 206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 294 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sipura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,140 | 587 | 553 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 69 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 150 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 934 | 503 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 84 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Sipura
Sipura 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 Sipura
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sipura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Sipura is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sipura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sipura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sipura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sipura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sipura
Where is Sipura located?
Sipura village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sipura?
The Gram Panchayat of Sipura is Mahanga.
What is the pincode of Sipura?
The pincode of Sipura is 754206.
What is the population of Sipura?
Sipura has a total population of 1,140, including 587 males and 553 females.
How many households are there in Sipura?
There are 261 households in Sipura.
What is the literacy rate in Sipura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sipura is 81.93%. Male literacy is 85.69% and female literacy is 77.94%.