Kashipur - Kashipur, Rayagada
Kashipur is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kashipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kashipur is 425896. The village covers a total geographical area of 1228 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Kashipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kashipur
As per Census 2011, Kashipur village has a total population of 5,823 people, consisting of 2,873 males and 2,950 females. The village has 1,466 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 805 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,041 literate and 2,782 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,513 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,318 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kashipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,823 | 2,873 | 2,950 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 805 | 414 | 391 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,513 | 704 | 809 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,318 | 655 | 663 |
| Literate Population | 3,041 | 1,810 | 1,231 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,782 | 1,063 | 1,719 |
Nearby Villages of Kashipur
Kashipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uditpurkhurigam | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Shilagam | West | 2.29 km |
| Shilagumapadar | West | 3.25 km |
| Amarsingaguda | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Bhangamunda | South-West | 3.39 km |
| Uparajhiri | North | 3.78 km |
| Talajhiri | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Podhabandha | South-West | 4.50 km |
| Leliguma | South | 4.83 km |
| Sirilijodi | South | 4.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kashipur
Kashipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Leliguma, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kashipur is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kashipur 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 Kashipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kashipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kashipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kashipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kashipur
Where is Kashipur located?
Kashipur village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kashipur?
Kashipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kashipur?
The pincode of Kashipur is 765015.
What is the population of Kashipur?
Kashipur has a total population of 5,823, including 2,873 males and 2,950 females.
How many households are there in Kashipur?
There are 1,466 households in Kashipur.
What is the literacy rate in Kashipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kashipur is 52.22%. Male literacy is 63.00% and female literacy is 41.73%.