Lipichekana - Kashipur, Rayagada
Lipichekana is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sinduraghati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lipichekana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lipichekana is 425780. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Lipichekana 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 Lipichekana
According to the 2011 Census, Lipichekana village had a total population of 104 people, including 52 males and 52 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 10.98%, with male literacy at 19.51% and female literacy at 2.44%.
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 | 104 | 52 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 8 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 44 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Lipichekana
Lipichekana 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 Lipichekana
Lipichekana 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 5-10 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 Rayagada to Lipichekana is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Lipichekana 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 Lipichekana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lipichekana 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 Lipichekana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lipichekana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lipichekana
Where is Lipichekana located?
Lipichekana village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lipichekana?
The Gram Panchayat of Lipichekana is Sinduraghati.
What is the pincode of Lipichekana?
The pincode of Lipichekana is 765015.
What is the population of Lipichekana?
Lipichekana had a total population of 104, including 52 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Lipichekana?
Lipichekana had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lipichekana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lipichekana was 10.98%. Male literacy was 19.51% and female literacy was 2.44%.