Pipali - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Pipali is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sudra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipali is 416538. The village covers a total geographical area of 111 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Pipali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pipali
As per Census 2011, Pipali village has a total population of 159 people, consisting of 80 males and 79 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 60 literate and 99 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 136 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pipali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 159 | 80 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 69 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 46 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 34 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Pipali
Pipali 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 Pipali
Public transport in the Pipali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sonapur to Pipali is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Pipali is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipali 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 Pipali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipali 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Pipali
Where is Pipali located?
Pipali village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipali?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipali is Sudra.
What is the pincode of Pipali?
The pincode of Pipali is 762110.
What is the population of Pipali?
Pipali has a total population of 159, including 80 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Pipali?
There are 35 households in Pipali.
What is the literacy rate in Pipali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipali is 37.74%. Male literacy is 57.50% and female literacy is 17.72%.