Poipani - Mohana, Gajapati
Poipani is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from Adva and around 142 km from Paralakhemundi. Birikote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poipani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poipani is 413551. The village covers a total geographical area of 14 hectares and falls under the 761017 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Poipani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Poipani
According to the 2011 Census, Poipani village had a total population of 208 people, including 104 males and 104 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.50%, with male literacy at 67.06% and female literacy at 35.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 59.
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 | 208 | 104 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 57 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 47 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Poipani
Poipani 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 Poipani
Poipani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Poipani is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Poipani is about 142 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poipani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poipani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Poipani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poipani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Poipani
Where is Poipani located?
Poipani village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poipani?
The Gram Panchayat of Poipani is Birikote.
What is the pincode of Poipani?
The pincode of Poipani is 761017.
What is the population of Poipani?
Poipani had a total population of 208, including 104 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Poipani?
Poipani had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poipani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poipani was 51.50%. Male literacy was 67.06% and female literacy was 35.37%.