Iping - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Iping is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Krushna Prasad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Iping village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Iping is 410178. The village covers a total geographical area of 372 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Iping village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Iping
According to the 2011 Census, Iping village had a total population of 1,698 people, including 846 males and 852 females, living in 324 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.25%, with male literacy at 86.25% and female literacy at 70.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,005, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 1,698 | 846 | 852 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 104 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,005 | 490 | 515 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,173 | 640 | 533 |
| Illiterate Population | 525 | 206 | 319 |
Nearby Villages of Iping
Iping 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 Iping
Iping is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Iping.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banapur to Iping is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Iping is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Iping
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Iping village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Iping
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Iping village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Iping
Where is Iping located?
Iping village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Iping?
The Gram Panchayat of Iping is Krushna Prasad.
What is the pincode of Iping?
The pincode of Iping is 752032.
What is the population of Iping?
Iping had a total population of 1,698, including 846 males and 852 females.
How many households are there in Iping?
Iping had 324 households.
What is the literacy rate in Iping?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Iping was 78.25%. Male literacy was 86.25% and female literacy was 70.41%.