Nipanian - Ghasipura, Keonjhar
Nipanian is a village situated in the Ghasipura tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Ghasipura and around 88 km from Kendujhar. Khaliamenta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nipanian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nipanian is 386915. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 758015 pincode. Anandapur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Nipanian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghasipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nipanian
According to the 2011 Census, Nipanian village had a total population of 313 people, including 161 males and 152 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.59%, with male literacy at 95.04% and female literacy at 80.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
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 | 313 | 161 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 134 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 27 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Nipanian
Nipanian 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 Nipanian
Nipanian 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anandapur to Nipanian is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Nipanian is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nipanian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nipanian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nipanian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nipanian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nipanian
Where is Nipanian located?
Nipanian village is located in Ghasipura Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nipanian?
The Gram Panchayat of Nipanian is Khaliamenta.
What is the pincode of Nipanian?
The pincode of Nipanian is 758015.
What is the population of Nipanian?
Nipanian had a total population of 313, including 161 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Nipanian?
Nipanian had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nipanian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nipanian was 87.59%. Male literacy was 95.04% and female literacy was 80.14%.