Panguli - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Panguli is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Bhanjanagar and around 127 km from Chatrapur. Dadaralunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panguli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panguli is 410536. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 761126 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Panguli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panguli
As per Census 2011, Panguli village has a total population of 54 people, consisting of 30 males and 24 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 800 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15 literate and 39 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panguli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 19 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Panguli
Panguli 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 Panguli
Panguli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhanjanagar to Panguli is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Panguli is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panguli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panguli 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 Panguli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panguli 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 Panguli
Where is Panguli located?
Panguli village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panguli?
The Gram Panchayat of Panguli is Dadaralunda.
What is the pincode of Panguli?
The pincode of Panguli is 761126.
What is the population of Panguli?
Panguli has a total population of 54, including 30 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Panguli?
There are 12 households in Panguli.
What is the literacy rate in Panguli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panguli is 27.78%. Male literacy is 36.67% and female literacy is 16.67%.