Siripur - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Siripur is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from Nuagaon and around 65 km from Chatrapur. L.laxminarayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siripur is 412940. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 761011 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 17 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 Chikiti 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 104 people, including 48 males and 56 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.11%, with male literacy at 86.36% and female literacy at 41.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 104.
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 | 104 | 48 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 48 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 38 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 10 | 35 |
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
Public transport in the Siripur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Digapahandi to Siripur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Siripur 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 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Siripur
Where is Siripur located?
Siripur village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Siripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Siripur is L.laxminarayanpur.
What is the pincode of Siripur?
The pincode of Siripur is 761011.
What is the population of Siripur?
Siripur had a total population of 104, including 48 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Siripur?
Siripur had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siripur was 62.11%. Male literacy was 86.36% and female literacy was 41.18%.