Ipavalsa - Pottangi, Koraput
Ipavalsa is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Sunki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ipavalsa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ipavalsa is 430067. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Ipavalsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ipavalsa
According to the 2011 Census, Ipavalsa village had a total population of 114 people, including 55 males and 59 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,073 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.33%, with male literacy at 39.13% and female literacy at 28.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 112.
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 | 114 | 55 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 54 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 37 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Ipavalsa
Ipavalsa 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 Ipavalsa
Public transport in the Ipavalsa 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 Jeypur to Ipavalsa is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Ipavalsa is about 78 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 Ipavalsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ipavalsa 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ipavalsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ipavalsa 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ipavalsa
Where is Ipavalsa located?
Ipavalsa village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ipavalsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Ipavalsa is Sunki.
What is the pincode of Ipavalsa?
The pincode of Ipavalsa is 764039.
What is the population of Ipavalsa?
Ipavalsa had a total population of 114, including 55 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Ipavalsa?
Ipavalsa had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ipavalsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ipavalsa was 33.33%. Male literacy was 39.13% and female literacy was 28.00%.