Pipilipanga - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Pipilipanga is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Dukum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipilipanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipilipanga is 425190. The village covers a total geographical area of 537 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Pipilipanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pipilipanga
According to the 2011 Census, Pipilipanga village had a total population of 277 people, including 141 males and 136 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.35%, with male literacy at 63.03% and female literacy at 28.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 202.
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 | 277 | 141 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 35 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 202 | 105 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 75 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 66 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Pipilipanga
Pipilipanga 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 Pipilipanga
Public transport in the Pipilipanga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Pipilipanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Pipilipanga is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Pipilipanga is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipilipanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipilipanga 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pipilipanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipilipanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pipilipanga
Where is Pipilipanga located?
Pipilipanga village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pipilipanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipilipanga is Dukum.
What is the pincode of Pipilipanga?
The pincode of Pipilipanga is 765019.
What is the population of Pipilipanga?
Pipilipanga had a total population of 277, including 141 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Pipilipanga?
Pipilipanga had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pipilipanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipilipanga was 46.35%. Male literacy was 63.03% and female literacy was 28.95%.