Penapusi - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Penapusi is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 141 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Siangbali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Penapusi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Penapusi is 417474. The village covers a total geographical area of 216 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Penapusi 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 Penapusi
As per Census 2011, Penapusi village has a total population of 216 people, consisting of 103 males and 113 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,097 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 125 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 177 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Penapusi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 216 | 103 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 83 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 70 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 33 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Penapusi
Penapusi 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 Penapusi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Penapusi.
| 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 Surada to Penapusi is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Penapusi is about 141 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Penapusi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Penapusi 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 Penapusi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Penapusi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Penapusi
Where is Penapusi located?
Penapusi village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penapusi?
The Gram Panchayat of Penapusi is Siangbali.
What is the pincode of Penapusi?
The pincode of Penapusi is 762104.
What is the population of Penapusi?
Penapusi has a total population of 216, including 103 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Penapusi?
There are 47 households in Penapusi.
What is the literacy rate in Penapusi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Penapusi is 57.87%. Male literacy is 67.96% and female literacy is 48.67%.