Shripanjar - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Shripanjar is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Budrukia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shripanjar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shripanjar is 416613. The village covers a total geographical area of 290 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Shripanjar 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 Shripanjar
As per Census 2011, Shripanjar village has a total population of 324 people, consisting of 157 males and 167 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 161 literate and 163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 264 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shripanjar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 324 | 157 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 264 | 129 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 102 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 55 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Shripanjar
Shripanjar 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 Shripanjar
Shripanjar 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Shripanjar is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Shripanjar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shripanjar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shripanjar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shripanjar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shripanjar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shripanjar
Where is Shripanjar located?
Shripanjar village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shripanjar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shripanjar is Budrukia.
What is the pincode of Shripanjar?
The pincode of Shripanjar is 762103.
What is the population of Shripanjar?
Shripanjar has a total population of 324, including 157 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Shripanjar?
There are 86 households in Shripanjar.
What is the literacy rate in Shripanjar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shripanjar is 49.69%. Male literacy is 64.97% and female literacy is 35.33%.