Pakalmaha, - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Pakalmaha, is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from Brahmanigaon and around 160 km from Phulbani. Saramuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pakalmaha, village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pakalmaha, is 417274. The village covers a total geographical area of 394 hectares and falls under the 762021 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Pakalmaha, village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pakalmaha,
According to the 2011 Census, Pakalmaha, village had a total population of 838 people, including 401 males and 437 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 1,090 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.46%, with male literacy at 68.04% and female literacy at 38.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 544.
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 | 838 | 401 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 85 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 544 | 267 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 215 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 486 | 186 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Pakalmaha,
Pakalmaha, is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Saramuli | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Negeti | South | 1.99 km |
| Pangama | West | 2.00 km |
| Shikabadi | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Badagan | South | 2.55 km |
| Dhusarigan | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Kalingi | North-East | 4.88 km |
| Gadapur | East | 5.25 km |
| Putudumaha | South-East | 5.47 km |
| Pasa | North-East | 6.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pakalmaha,
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pakalmaha,. The nearest railway station is Muniguda, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.4 km.
| 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 Digapahandi to Pakalmaha, is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Pakalmaha, is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pakalmaha,
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pakalmaha, 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pakalmaha,
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pakalmaha, 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pakalmaha,
Where is Pakalmaha, located?
Pakalmaha, village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pakalmaha,?
The Gram Panchayat of Pakalmaha, is Saramuli.
What is the pincode of Pakalmaha,?
The pincode of Pakalmaha, is 762021.
What is the population of Pakalmaha,?
Pakalmaha, had a total population of 838, including 401 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Pakalmaha,?
Pakalmaha, had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pakalmaha,?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pakalmaha, was 52.46%. Male literacy was 68.04% and female literacy was 38.59%.