Panchamahala - Barkot, Deogarh
Panchamahala is a village situated in the Barkot tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from Debagarh and around 24 km from Debagarh. Bijayanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchamahala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchamahala is 382748. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 768108 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Panchamahala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchamahala
According to the 2011 Census, Panchamahala village had a total population of 46 people, including 26 males and 20 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 769 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.73%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 57.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 8 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Panchamahala
Panchamahala 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 Panchamahala
Panchamahala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Debagarh to Panchamahala is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Panchamahala is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchamahala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchamahala 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 Panchamahala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchamahala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panchamahala
Where is Panchamahala located?
Panchamahala village is located in Barkot Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panchamahala?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchamahala is Bijayanagar.
What is the pincode of Panchamahala?
The pincode of Panchamahala is 768108.
What is the population of Panchamahala?
Panchamahala had a total population of 46, including 26 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Panchamahala?
Panchamahala had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panchamahala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchamahala was 70.73%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 57.89%.