Pakulada - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Pakulada is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sindirigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pakulada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pakulada is 416560. The village covers a total geographical area of 368 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Pakulada 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 Pakulada
As per Census 2011, Pakulada village has a total population of 285 people, consisting of 139 males and 146 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 100 literate and 185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 252 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pakulada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 285 | 139 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 16 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 252 | 121 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 65 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 74 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Pakulada
Pakulada 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 Pakulada
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Pakulada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Pakulada is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Pakulada is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pakulada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pakulada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pakulada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pakulada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pakulada
Where is Pakulada located?
Pakulada village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pakulada?
The Gram Panchayat of Pakulada is Sindirigaon.
What is the pincode of Pakulada?
The pincode of Pakulada is 762103.
What is the population of Pakulada?
Pakulada has a total population of 285, including 139 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Pakulada?
There are 65 households in Pakulada.
What is the literacy rate in Pakulada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pakulada is 35.09%. Male literacy is 46.76% and female literacy is 23.97%.