Siripur - Chikiti, Ganjam
Siripur is a village situated in the Chikiti tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 52 km from Nuagaon and around 82 km from Chatrapur. Khamarigam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siripur is 413009. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 761011 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Siripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siripur
According to the 2011 Census, Siripur village had a total population of 59 people, including 34 males and 25 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 735 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.04%, with male literacy at 74.19% and female literacy at 54.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) 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 | 59 | 34 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 34 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 23 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 11 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Siripur
Siripur 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 Siripur
Siripur 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 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 Digapahandi to Siripur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Siripur is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siripur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Siripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siripur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Siripur
Where is Siripur located?
Siripur village is located in Chikiti Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Siripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Siripur is Khamarigam.
What is the pincode of Siripur?
The pincode of Siripur is 761011.
What is the population of Siripur?
Siripur had a total population of 59, including 34 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Siripur?
Siripur had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siripur was 66.04%. Male literacy was 74.19% and female literacy was 54.55%.