Panchpudugia - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Panchpudugia is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Rengali and around 57 km from Jharsuguda. Palsada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchpudugia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchpudugia is 380979. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 768226 pincode. Raighar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Panchpudugia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchpudugia
As per Census 2011, Panchpudugia village has a total population of 239 people, consisting of 116 males and 123 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 149 literate and 90 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 124 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchpudugia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 239 | 116 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 63 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 83 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 33 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Panchpudugia
Panchpudugia 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 Panchpudugia
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Panchpudugia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Raighar to Panchpudugia is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Panchpudugia is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchpudugia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchpudugia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panchpudugia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchpudugia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Panchpudugia
Where is Panchpudugia located?
Panchpudugia village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchpudugia?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchpudugia is Palsada.
What is the pincode of Panchpudugia?
The pincode of Panchpudugia is 768226.
What is the population of Panchpudugia?
Panchpudugia has a total population of 239, including 116 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Panchpudugia?
There are 57 households in Panchpudugia.
What is the literacy rate in Panchpudugia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchpudugia is 62.34%. Male literacy is 71.55% and female literacy is 53.66%.