Siripur - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Siripur is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Narayanapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siripur is 425558. The village covers a total geographical area of 236 hectares and falls under the 765016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Siripur 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 Siripur
As per Census 2011, Siripur village has a total population of 530 people, consisting of 132 males and 398 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 3,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 352 literate and 178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 475 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 530 | 132 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 6 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 475 | 119 | 356 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 67 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 65 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Siripur
Siripur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kosiguda | South | 0.95 km |
| Lokaguda | North-East | 1.28 km |
| Talaguda | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Binisipur | East | 1.45 km |
| Sitapur | South | 1.47 km |
| Kenduguda | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Badatadra | West | 1.99 km |
| Narayanapur | South | 2.23 km |
| Manariguda | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Patabandha | North-East | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siripur
Public transport in the Siripur 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 53.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Siripur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siripur 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 Siripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siripur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Siripur
Where is Siripur located?
Siripur village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Siripur is Narayanapur.
What is the pincode of Siripur?
The pincode of Siripur is 765016.
What is the population of Siripur?
Siripur has a total population of 530, including 132 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Siripur?
There are 64 households in Siripur.
What is the literacy rate in Siripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siripur is 66.42%. Male literacy is 50.76% and female literacy is 71.61%.