Pharkapalli - Kodala, Ganjam
Pharkapalli is a village situated in the Kodala tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 68 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kodala and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Angaragaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pharkapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pharkapalli is 411623. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 761035 pincode. Kodala is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Pharkapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pharkapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Pharkapalli village had a total population of 276 people, including 139 males and 137 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.24%, with male literacy at 79.67% and female literacy at 55.45%.
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 | 276 | 139 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 16 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 98 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 41 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Pharkapalli
Pharkapalli 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 Pharkapalli
Pharkapalli 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodala to Pharkapalli is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Pharkapalli is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pharkapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pharkapalli 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 Pharkapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pharkapalli 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Pharkapalli
Where is Pharkapalli located?
Pharkapalli village is located in Kodala Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pharkapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Pharkapalli is Angaragaon.
What is the pincode of Pharkapalli?
The pincode of Pharkapalli is 761035.
What is the population of Pharkapalli?
Pharkapalli had a total population of 276, including 139 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Pharkapalli?
Pharkapalli had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pharkapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pharkapalli was 68.24%. Male literacy was 79.67% and female literacy was 55.45%.