Sipukachhar - Lephripara, Sundargarh
Sipukachhar is a village situated in the Lephripara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lephripara and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Dumabahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sipukachhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sipukachhar is 383665. The village covers a total geographical area of 305 hectares and falls under the 770012 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sipukachhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sipukachhar
As per Census 2011, Sipukachhar village has a total population of 369 people, consisting of 183 males and 186 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 180 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 258 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sipukachhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 369 | 183 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 258 | 124 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 95 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 88 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Sipukachhar
Sipukachhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karanjkhol | North | 1.91 km |
| Luthurkend | East | 2.09 km |
| Kaniaghati | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Dumabahal | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Bhedibahal | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Deuldihi | East | 3.00 km |
| Danardanpur | North | 3.42 km |
| Saraphgada | North-East | 3.48 km |
| Bardihi | East | 3.69 km |
| Bichhuabahal | East | 4.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sipukachhar
Sipukachhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hemagiri, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Sipukachhar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sipukachhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sipukachhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sipukachhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sipukachhar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sipukachhar
Where is Sipukachhar located?
Sipukachhar village is located in Lephripara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sipukachhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sipukachhar is Dumabahal.
What is the pincode of Sipukachhar?
The pincode of Sipukachhar is 770012.
What is the population of Sipukachhar?
Sipukachhar has a total population of 369, including 183 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Sipukachhar?
There are 94 households in Sipukachhar.
What is the literacy rate in Sipukachhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sipukachhar is 48.78%. Male literacy is 51.91% and female literacy is 45.70%.