Sipta - Raina - I, Purba Bardhaman
Sipta is a village situated in the Raina - I subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.2 km from Shyamsundar. Narugram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sipta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sipta is 320748. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.26 hectares and falls under the 713423 pincode. Burdwan is the nearest town.
Sipta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raina Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman Purba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sipta
As per Census 2011, Sipta village has a total population of 1,369 people, consisting of 708 males and 661 females. The village has 292 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 973 literate and 396 illiterate residents. Additionally, 752 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 92 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sipta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,369 | 708 | 661 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 71 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 752 | 384 | 368 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 53 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 973 | 556 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 152 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Sipta
Sipta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kukura | South | 1.18 km |
| Sagrai | North | 1.34 km |
| Badulia | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Punia | West | 2.11 km |
| Amilia | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Jarul | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Narugram | East | 2.43 km |
| Fakirpur | South | 2.55 km |
| Purshuna | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Chak Badulia | North | 2.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sipta
Sipta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barddhaman Jn, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.9 km.
| 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 2-5 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Sipta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sipta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sipta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sipta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sipta
Where is Sipta located?
Sipta village is located in Raina - I Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sipta?
The Gram Panchayat of Sipta is Narugram.
What is the pincode of Sipta?
The pincode of Sipta is 713423.
What is the population of Sipta?
Sipta has a total population of 1,369, including 708 males and 661 females.
How many households are there in Sipta?
There are 292 households in Sipta.
What is the literacy rate in Sipta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sipta is 71.07%. Male literacy is 78.53% and female literacy is 63.09%.