Parikhet
Parikhet is a village located in Dharmasala tehsil of Jajapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Dharmasala (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Jajapur . As per 2009 stats, Mahisara is the gram panchayat of Parikhet village.
Here you can discover what makes Parikhet unique in its vibrant Dharmasala-Jajapur region. You’ll see Parikhet’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Parikhet
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Parikhet is 401193. The village spans a total geographical area of 137 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 755023. Jajapur is nearest town to Parikhet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Parikhet
Population of Parikhet
According to the 2011 Census, Parikhet has a total population of about 555, with approximately 292 males and 263 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 69 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 146 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 115. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.23%, with male literacy at about 72.26% and female literacy near 57.41%. There are around 100 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Parikhet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 555 | 292 | 263 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 78 | 68 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 62 | 53 |
Literate Population | 362 | 211 | 151 |
Illiterate Population | 193 | 81 | 112 |
Connectivity of Parikhet
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Parikhet. As per the 2011 stats, Parikhet had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Parikhet
Knowing the nearby villages of Parikhet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Parikhet.
Frequently Asked Questions about Parikhet
- Where is Parikhet located?
- Parikhet village is situated in Dharmasala Tehsil, within the Jajapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Parikhet?
- The Gram Panchayat of Parikhet is Mahisara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Parikhet?
- The pincode of Parikhet is 755023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Parikhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Parikhet is 555, with 292 males and 263 females.
- How many households are there in Parikhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Parikhet village has a total of 100 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Parikhet as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Parikhet is 65.23%. The male literacy rate is 72.26%, while the female literacy rate is 57.41%.