Shashipader - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Shashipader is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kasinipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shashipader village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shashipader is 416295. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Shashipader 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 Shashipader
As per Census 2011, Shashipader village has a total population of 272 people, consisting of 131 males and 141 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 185 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shashipader are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 272 | 131 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 46 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 9 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 100 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 31 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Shashipader
Shashipader 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 Shashipader
Shashipader 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 >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 Phulabani to Shashipader is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Shashipader is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shashipader
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shashipader 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shashipader
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shashipader 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 Shashipader
Where is Shashipader located?
Shashipader village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shashipader?
The Gram Panchayat of Shashipader is Kasinipadar.
What is the pincode of Shashipader?
The pincode of Shashipader is 762011.
What is the population of Shashipader?
Shashipader has a total population of 272, including 131 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Shashipader?
There are 53 households in Shashipader.
What is the literacy rate in Shashipader?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shashipader is 68.01%. Male literacy is 76.34% and female literacy is 60.28%.