Sipia - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Sipia is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Badajhada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sipia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sipia is 410172. The village covers a total geographical area of 210 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Sipia 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 Sipia
According to the 2011 Census, Sipia village had a total population of 748 people, including 383 males and 365 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.60%, with male literacy at 90.15% and female literacy at 74.85%.
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 | 748 | 383 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 48 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 546 | 302 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 81 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Sipia
Sipia 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 Sipia
Sipia 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 5-10 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 Banapur to Sipia is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Sipia is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sipia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sipia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sipia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sipia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sipia
Where is Sipia located?
Sipia village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sipia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sipia is Badajhada.
What is the pincode of Sipia?
The pincode of Sipia is 752032.
What is the population of Sipia?
Sipia had a total population of 748, including 383 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Sipia?
Sipia had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sipia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sipia was 82.60%. Male literacy was 90.15% and female literacy was 74.85%.