Poipani - R.Udayagiri, Gajapati
Poipani is a village situated in the R.Udayagiri tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from R.udaygiri and around 90 km from Paralakhemundi. Sialilati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poipani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poipani is 414068. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 761017 pincode. Parlakhemundi is the nearest town, located about 86 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
As per Census 2011, Poipani village has a total population of 146 people, consisting of 80 males and 66 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 825 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 35 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Poipani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 146 | 80 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 69 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 23 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 57 | 54 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Parlakhemundi to Poipani is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Poipani is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 R.Udayagiri Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poipani?
The Gram Panchayat of Poipani is Sialilati.
What is the pincode of Poipani?
The pincode of Poipani is 761017.
What is the population of Poipani?
Poipani has a total population of 146, including 80 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Poipani?
There are 29 households in Poipani.
What is the literacy rate in Poipani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poipani is 23.97%. Male literacy is 28.75% and female literacy is 18.18%.