Risipur - Kabisuryanagar, Ganjam
Risipur is a village situated in the Kabisuryanagar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from Purusottampur and around 50 km from Chatrapur. Rishipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Risipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Risipur is 412167. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 761041 pincode. Purusottampur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Risipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Risipur
As per Census 2011, Risipur village has a total population of 2,220 people, consisting of 1,134 males and 1,086 females. The village has 455 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,285 literate and 935 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,729 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Risipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,220 | 1,134 | 1,086 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 131 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,729 | 877 | 852 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,285 | 784 | 501 |
| Illiterate Population | 935 | 350 | 585 |
Nearby Villages of Risipur
Risipur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Loharadhepagundirijhola | North-East | 1.04 km |
| Ramasananarayanapur | West | 1.34 km |
| Badamahuri | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Arakhapur | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Khairapalli | North | 1.95 km |
| Nutanaramasabagada | West | 2.51 km |
| Bahalapalli | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Baksipalli | South | 3.03 km |
| Muktamalachampatipur | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Duarabagada | North | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Risipur
Public transport in the Risipur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rambha, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.0 km.
| 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 Purusottampur to Risipur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Risipur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Risipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Risipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Risipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Risipur 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 Risipur
Where is Risipur located?
Risipur village is located in Kabisuryanagar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Risipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Risipur is Rishipur.
What is the pincode of Risipur?
The pincode of Risipur is 761041.
What is the population of Risipur?
Risipur has a total population of 2,220, including 1,134 males and 1,086 females.
How many households are there in Risipur?
There are 455 households in Risipur.
What is the literacy rate in Risipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Risipur is 57.88%. Male literacy is 69.14% and female literacy is 46.13%.