Paurkela
Paurkela is a village located in Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 95km away from sub-district headquarter Madanpur Rampur (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Pourkela is the gram panchayat of Paurkela village.
Here you can discover what makes Paurkela unique in its vibrant Madanpur Rampur-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Paurkela’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 Paurkela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paurkela is 422400. The village spans a total geographical area of 607 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766031. Kesinga is nearest town to Paurkela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Paurkela
Population of Paurkela
According to the 2011 Census, Paurkela has a total population of about 1,911, with approximately 988 males and 923 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 238 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 418 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 598. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.36%, with male literacy at about 72.77% and female literacy near 55.36%. There are around 502 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Paurkela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,911 | 988 | 923 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 125 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 418 | 201 | 217 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 598 | 306 | 292 |
| Literate Population | 1,230 | 719 | 511 |
| Illiterate Population | 681 | 269 | 412 |
Connectivity of Paurkela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paurkela. As per the 2011 stats, Paurkela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Paurkela
Knowing the nearby villages of Paurkela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paurkela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paurkela
- Where is Paurkela located?
- Paurkela village is situated in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paurkela?
- The Gram Panchayat of Paurkela is Pourkela (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Paurkela?
- The pincode of Paurkela is 766031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Paurkela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paurkela is 1,911, with 988 males and 923 females.
- How many households are there in Paurkela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Paurkela village has a total of 502 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Paurkela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paurkela is 64.36%. The male literacy rate is 72.77%, while the female literacy rate is 55.36%.