Pipalpanga - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Pipalpanga is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sadingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipalpanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipalpanga is 416273. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Baliguda is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Pipalpanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pipalpanga
According to the 2011 Census, Pipalpanga village had a total population of 17 people, including 8 males and 9 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.67%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 14.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 2 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Pipalpanga
Pipalpanga 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 Pipalpanga
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Pipalpanga.
| 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 Baliguda to Pipalpanga is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Pipalpanga is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipalpanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipalpanga 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pipalpanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipalpanga 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 Pipalpanga
Where is Pipalpanga located?
Pipalpanga village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pipalpanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipalpanga is Sadingia.
What is the pincode of Pipalpanga?
The pincode of Pipalpanga is 762011.
What is the population of Pipalpanga?
Pipalpanga had a total population of 17, including 8 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Pipalpanga?
Pipalpanga had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pipalpanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipalpanga was 46.67%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 14.29%.