Parkunkudi - Basta, Balasore
Parkunkudi is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Singla and around 43 km from Baleshwar. Nabara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parkunkudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parkunkudi is 392175. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 756023 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Parkunkudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parkunkudi
According to the 2011 Census, Parkunkudi village had a total population of 316 people, including 167 males and 149 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.72%, with male literacy at 96.00% and female literacy at 78.52%.
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 | 316 | 167 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 144 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 23 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Parkunkudi
Parkunkudi 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 Parkunkudi
Public transport in the Parkunkudi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Parkunkudi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Parkunkudi is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parkunkudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parkunkudi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Parkunkudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parkunkudi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Parkunkudi
Where is Parkunkudi located?
Parkunkudi village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parkunkudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Parkunkudi is Nabara.
What is the pincode of Parkunkudi?
The pincode of Parkunkudi is 756023.
What is the population of Parkunkudi?
Parkunkudi had a total population of 316, including 167 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Parkunkudi?
Parkunkudi had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parkunkudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parkunkudi was 87.72%. Male literacy was 96.00% and female literacy was 78.52%.