Chipakur - Boipariguda, Koraput
Chipakur is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Chipakur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chipakur is 429396. The village covers a total geographical area of 490 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Chipakur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Chipakur
As per Census 2011, Chipakur village has a total population of 664 people, consisting of 340 males and 324 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 108 literate and 556 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 609 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chipakur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 664 | 340 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 85 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 609 | 311 | 298 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 74 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 556 | 266 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Chipakur
Chipakur 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 Chipakur
Chipakur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Chipakur is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Chipakur is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chipakur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chipakur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chipakur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chipakur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chipakur
Where is Chipakur located?
Chipakur village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chipakur?
Chipakur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chipakur?
The pincode of Chipakur is 764043.
What is the population of Chipakur?
Chipakur has a total population of 664, including 340 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Chipakur?
There are 138 households in Chipakur.
What is the literacy rate in Chipakur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chipakur is 16.27%. Male literacy is 21.76% and female literacy is 10.49%.