Shiripai - Kashipur, Rayagada
Shiripai is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Siripai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shiripai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiripai is 425957. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Shiripai 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 Shiripai
As per Census 2011, Shiripai village has a total population of 317 people, consisting of 186 males and 131 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 704 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 140 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 209 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shiripai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 317 | 186 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 42 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 209 | 119 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 106 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 80 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Shiripai
Shiripai 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 Shiripai
Shiripai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Shiripai has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Shiripai is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Shiripai is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiripai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiripai 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 Shiripai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiripai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shiripai
Where is Shiripai located?
Shiripai village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shiripai?
The Gram Panchayat of Shiripai is Siripai.
What is the pincode of Shiripai?
The pincode of Shiripai is 765015.
What is the population of Shiripai?
Shiripai has a total population of 317, including 186 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Shiripai?
There are 76 households in Shiripai.
What is the literacy rate in Shiripai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiripai is 44.16%. Male literacy is 56.99% and female literacy is 25.95%.