Parampanga - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Parampanga is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 131 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Daringbadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parampanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parampanga is 417450. The village covers a total geographical area of 411 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 47 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 G. udayagiri 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 708 people, including 368 males and 340 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.74%, with male literacy at 83.56% and female literacy at 50.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 595.
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 | 708 | 368 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 76 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 595 | 312 | 283 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 244 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 330 | 124 | 206 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Surada to Parampanga is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Parampanga is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Parampanga
Where is Parampanga located?
Parampanga village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parampanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Parampanga is Daringbadi.
What is the pincode of Parampanga?
The pincode of Parampanga is 762109.
What is the population of Parampanga?
Parampanga had a total population of 708, including 368 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Parampanga?
Parampanga had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parampanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parampanga was 67.74%. Male literacy was 83.56% and female literacy was 50.38%.