Parikheda

Parikheda is a village located in Dhenkanal Sadar tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Dhenkanal Sadar (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Sogarpasi is the gram panchayat of Parikheda village.

Parikheda has its own place in the vibrant Dhenkanal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Parikheda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Parikheda is 403194. The village spans a total geographical area of 221 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759014. Dhenkanal is nearest town to Parikheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Parikheda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Parikheda

Below is a concise population overview of Parikheda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 486 253 233
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 52 27 25
Scheduled Castes (SC) 423 215 208
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 401 213 188
Illiterate Population 85 40 45

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Parikheda village:

  • The total population of Parikheda village is around 486, including approximately 253 males and 233 females, with a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 52 children aged 0–6 years in Parikheda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Parikheda village has 423 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Parikheda village is about 82.51%, with male literacy at 84.19% and female literacy at 80.69%.
  • There are around 112 households in Parikheda village.

Connectivity of Parikheda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Parikheda. As per the 2011 stats, Parikheda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Parikheda

Knowing the nearby villages of Parikheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Parikheda.

Frequently Asked Questions about Parikheda

Where is Parikheda located?
Parikheda village is situated in Dhenkanal Sadar Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parikheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Parikheda is Sogarpasi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Parikheda?
The pincode of Parikheda is 759014, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Parikheda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Parikheda is 486, with 253 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Parikheda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Parikheda village has a total of 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parikheda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Parikheda is 82.51%. The male literacy rate is 84.19%, while the female literacy rate is 80.69%.