Sipu - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Sipu is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 91 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 187 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Seepu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sipu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sipu is 049073. The village covers a total geographical area of 204.69 hectares and falls under the 262545 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 91 km away.
Sipu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sipu
According to the 2011 Census, Sipu village had a total population of 136 people, including 59 males and 77 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,305 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.28%, with male literacy at 96.00% and female literacy at 91.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 126.
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 | 136 | 59 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 54 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 48 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 11 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Sipu
Sipu 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 Sipu
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sipu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dharchula to Sipu is about 91 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Sipu is about 187 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sipu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sipu 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 Sipu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sipu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sipu
Where is Sipu located?
Sipu village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sipu?
The Gram Panchayat of Sipu is Seepu.
What is the pincode of Sipu?
The pincode of Sipu is 262545.
What is the population of Sipu?
Sipu had a total population of 136, including 59 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Sipu?
Sipu had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sipu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sipu was 93.28%. Male literacy was 96.00% and female literacy was 91.30%.