Pakelguda - Mohana, Gajapati
Pakelguda is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Badeguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pakelguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pakelguda is 413715. The village covers a total geographical area of 549 hectares and falls under the 761015 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Pakelguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pakelguda
According to the 2011 Census, Pakelguda village had a total population of 17 people, including 9 males and 8 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.67%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 7 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Pakelguda
Pakelguda 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 Pakelguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pakelguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Digapahandi to Pakelguda is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Pakelguda is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pakelguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pakelguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pakelguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pakelguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pakelguda
Where is Pakelguda located?
Pakelguda village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pakelguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pakelguda is Badeguda.
What is the pincode of Pakelguda?
The pincode of Pakelguda is 761015.
What is the population of Pakelguda?
Pakelguda had a total population of 17, including 9 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Pakelguda?
Pakelguda had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pakelguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pakelguda was 16.67%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 0.00%.