Pipalguda - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Pipalguda is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Majhiguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipalguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipalguda is 425637. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 765017 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Pipalguda 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 Pipalguda
As per Census 2011, Pipalguda village has a total population of 139 people, consisting of 61 males and 78 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,278 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 22 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 127 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pipalguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 139 | 61 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 55 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 16 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 45 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Pipalguda
Pipalguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rakhalguda | North | 1.14 km |
| Pamada | South | 1.22 km |
| Majhiguda | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Badanaikguda | West | 1.84 km |
| Railaguda | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Raghunathpur | South | 2.10 km |
| Hajaridanga | North | 2.16 km |
| Jagannathpur | North | 2.23 km |
| Duluniguda | West | 2.50 km |
| Pujariguda | North-West | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pipalguda
Pipalguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sikarpai, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.3 km.
| 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 Pipalguda is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Pipalguda is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipalguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipalguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pipalguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipalguda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pipalguda
Where is Pipalguda located?
Pipalguda village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipalguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipalguda is Majhiguda.
What is the pincode of Pipalguda?
The pincode of Pipalguda is 765017.
What is the population of Pipalguda?
Pipalguda has a total population of 139, including 61 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Pipalguda?
There are 40 households in Pipalguda.
What is the literacy rate in Pipalguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipalguda is 15.83%. Male literacy is 26.23% and female literacy is 7.69%.