Parampanga - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Parampanga is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Parampanga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parampanga is 416724. The village covers a total geographical area of 224 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 101 km away.
Parampanga 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 Parampanga
According to the 2011 Census, Parampanga village had a total population of 270 people, including 137 males and 133 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.69%, with male literacy at 95.41% and female literacy at 67.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 217.
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 | 270 | 137 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 217 | 109 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 104 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 33 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Parampanga
Parampanga 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 Parampanga
Public transport in the Parampanga is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Parampanga is about 101 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Parampanga is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parampanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parampanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Parampanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parampanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Parampanga
Where is Parampanga located?
Parampanga village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parampanga?
Parampanga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parampanga?
The pincode of Parampanga is 762109.
What is the population of Parampanga?
Parampanga had a total population of 270, including 137 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Parampanga?
Parampanga had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parampanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parampanga was 81.69%. Male literacy was 95.41% and female literacy was 67.31%.