Pakarisahi - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Pakarisahi is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Rebingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pakarisahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pakarisahi is 416602. The village covers a total geographical area of 235 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Pakarisahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pakarisahi
As per Census 2011, Pakarisahi village has a total population of 162 people, consisting of 83 males and 79 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 88 literate and 74 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 142 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pakarisahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 162 | 83 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 73 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 60 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 23 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Pakarisahi
Pakarisahi 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 Pakarisahi
Pakarisahi 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 >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 G. Udayagiri to Pakarisahi is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Pakarisahi is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pakarisahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pakarisahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pakarisahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pakarisahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pakarisahi
Where is Pakarisahi located?
Pakarisahi village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pakarisahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pakarisahi is Rebingia.
What is the pincode of Pakarisahi?
The pincode of Pakarisahi is 762110.
What is the population of Pakarisahi?
Pakarisahi has a total population of 162, including 83 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Pakarisahi?
There are 34 households in Pakarisahi.
What is the literacy rate in Pakarisahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pakarisahi is 54.32%. Male literacy is 72.29% and female literacy is 35.44%.