Ripitipalli - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Ripitipalli is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Bhanjanagar and around 117 km from Chatrapur. Dumakumpa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ripitipalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ripitipalli is 410587. The village covers a total geographical area of 311 hectares and falls under the 761126 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ripitipalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ripitipalli
As per Census 2011, Ripitipalli village has a total population of 979 people, consisting of 495 males and 484 females. The village has 224 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 466 literate and 513 illiterate residents. Additionally, 360 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 195 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ripitipalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 979 | 495 | 484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 80 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 360 | 180 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 93 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 466 | 282 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 213 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Ripitipalli
Ripitipalli 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 Ripitipalli
Ripitipalli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bhanjanagar to Ripitipalli is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Ripitipalli is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ripitipalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ripitipalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ripitipalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ripitipalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ripitipalli
Where is Ripitipalli located?
Ripitipalli village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ripitipalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Ripitipalli is Dumakumpa.
What is the pincode of Ripitipalli?
The pincode of Ripitipalli is 761126.
What is the population of Ripitipalli?
Ripitipalli has a total population of 979, including 495 males and 484 females.
How many households are there in Ripitipalli?
There are 224 households in Ripitipalli.
What is the literacy rate in Ripitipalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ripitipalli is 47.60%. Male literacy is 56.97% and female literacy is 38.02%.