Pankal - Tigiria, Cuttack
Pankal is a village situated in the Tigiria tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tigiria and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Jamadeipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pankal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pankal is 398990. The village covers a total geographical area of 163 hectares and falls under the 754035 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Pankal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pankal
As per Census 2011, Pankal village has a total population of 1,324 people, consisting of 695 males and 629 females. The village has 314 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,104 literate and 220 illiterate residents. Additionally, 199 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pankal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,324 | 695 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 85 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 112 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,104 | 595 | 509 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 100 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Pankal
Pankal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biriput | South-East | 1.07 km |
| Gokarna Khal | West | 1.47 km |
| Basudevpur | South | 1.77 km |
| Baneswarpada | East | 1.93 km |
| Karadapalli | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Bhejia | North | 2.29 km |
| Banamalipur | South | 2.29 km |
| Belanta | South | 2.59 km |
| Bidharpur | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Harisaranpur | South | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pankal
Public transport in the Pankal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Joranda Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Pankal is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Pankal 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 Pankal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pankal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pankal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pankal 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 Pankal
Where is Pankal located?
Pankal village is located in Tigiria Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pankal?
The Gram Panchayat of Pankal is Jamadeipur.
What is the pincode of Pankal?
The pincode of Pankal is 754035.
What is the population of Pankal?
Pankal has a total population of 1,324, including 695 males and 629 females.
How many households are there in Pankal?
There are 314 households in Pankal.
What is the literacy rate in Pankal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pankal is 83.38%. Male literacy is 85.61% and female literacy is 80.92%.