Sipka - Jaspur, Udham Singh Nagar
Sipka is a village situated in the Jaspur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaspur and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Hajiro serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sipka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sipka is 055723. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.04 hectares and falls under the 244712 pincode. Jaspur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sipka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sipka
According to the 2011 Census, Sipka village had a total population of 50 people, including 28 males and 22 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 786 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.78%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 81.82%.
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 | 50 | 28 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 7 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Sipka
Sipka 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 Sipka
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sipka. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sipka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaspur to Sipka is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Sipka is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sipka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sipka 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 Sipka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sipka 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sipka
Where is Sipka located?
Sipka village is located in Jaspur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sipka?
The Gram Panchayat of Sipka is Hajiro.
What is the pincode of Sipka?
The pincode of Sipka is 244712.
What is the population of Sipka?
Sipka had a total population of 50, including 28 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Sipka?
Sipka had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sipka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sipka was 84.78%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 81.82%.