Paikamal
Paikamal is a village located in Paikamal tehsil of Bargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Paikamal (tehsildar office) and 168km away from district headquarter Bargarh. As per 2009 stats, Paikmal is the gram panchayat of Paikamal village.
Here you can discover what makes Paikamal unique in its vibrant Paikamal-Bargarh region. You’ll see Paikamal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Paikamal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paikamal is 379764. The village spans a total geographical area of 356 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768033. Padmapur is nearest town to Paikamal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Paikamal
Population of Paikamal
According to the 2011 Census, Paikamal has a total population of about 4,500, with approximately 2,298 males and 2,202 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 512 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 661 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 326. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.40%, with male literacy at about 77.81% and female literacy near 62.67%. There are around 1,089 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Paikamal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,500 | 2,298 | 2,202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 512 | 252 | 260 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 661 | 331 | 330 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 326 | 156 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 3,168 | 1,788 | 1,380 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,332 | 510 | 822 |
Connectivity of Paikamal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paikamal. As per the 2011 stats, Paikamal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Paikamal
Knowing the nearby villages of Paikamal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paikamal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paikamal
- Where is Paikamal located?
- Paikamal village is situated in Paikamal Tehsil, within the Bargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paikamal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Paikamal is Paikmal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Paikamal?
- The pincode of Paikamal is 768033, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Paikamal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paikamal is 4,500, with 2,298 males and 2,202 females.
- How many households are there in Paikamal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Paikamal village has a total of 1,089 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Paikamal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paikamal is 70.40%. The male literacy rate is 77.81%, while the female literacy rate is 62.67%.