Siripudi - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Siripudi is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bijapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siripudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siripudi is 425140. The village covers a total geographical area of 149 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Siripudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siripudi
According to the 2011 Census, Siripudi village had a total population of 181 people, including 94 males and 87 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.26%, with male literacy at 30.99% and female literacy at 6.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 181.
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 | 181 | 94 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 94 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 22 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 72 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Siripudi
Siripudi 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 Siripudi
Siripudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gudari to Siripudi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Siripudi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siripudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siripudi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Siripudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siripudi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Siripudi
Where is Siripudi located?
Siripudi village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siripudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Siripudi is Bijapur.
What is the pincode of Siripudi?
The pincode of Siripudi is 765020.
What is the population of Siripudi?
Siripudi had a total population of 181, including 94 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Siripudi?
Siripudi had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siripudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siripudi was 19.26%. Male literacy was 30.99% and female literacy was 6.25%.