Paniapada - Bhograi, Balasore
Paniapada is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from Kamarda and around 74 km from Baleshwar. Durpal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paniapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paniapada is 391874. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 756035 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Paniapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paniapada
According to the 2011 Census, Paniapada village had a total population of 279 people, including 137 males and 142 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.28%, with male literacy at 94.26% and female literacy at 65.12%.
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 | 279 | 137 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 115 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 22 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Paniapada
Paniapada 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 Paniapada
Paniapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Paniapada is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Paniapada is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paniapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paniapada 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Paniapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paniapada 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 Paniapada
Where is Paniapada located?
Paniapada village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paniapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Paniapada is Durpal.
What is the pincode of Paniapada?
The pincode of Paniapada is 756035.
What is the population of Paniapada?
Paniapada had a total population of 279, including 137 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Paniapada?
Paniapada had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paniapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paniapada was 79.28%. Male literacy was 94.26% and female literacy was 65.12%.