Palbiri - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Palbiri is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Trilochanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palbiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palbiri is 423059. The village covers a total geographical area of 120 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Palbiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palbiri
According to the 2011 Census, Palbiri village had a total population of 23 people, including 13 males and 10 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 769 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.05%, with male literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 9 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Palbiri
Palbiri 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 Palbiri
Public transport in the Palbiri 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 Bhawanipatna to Palbiri is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palbiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palbiri 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Palbiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palbiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palbiri
Where is Palbiri located?
Palbiri village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palbiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Palbiri is Trilochanpur.
What is the pincode of Palbiri?
The pincode of Palbiri is 766027.
What is the population of Palbiri?
Palbiri had a total population of 23, including 13 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Palbiri?
Palbiri had 6 households.