Penala

Penala is a village located in G Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter G.udayagiri (tehsildar office) and 7km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Gadaguda is the gram panchayat of Penala village.

Penala has its own place in the vibrant Kandhamal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Penala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Penala is 415787. The village spans a total geographical area of 218 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762100. G. Udayagiri is nearest town to Penala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Penala

Below is a concise population overview of Penala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 443 218 225
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 47 25 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) 71 36 35
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 312 156 156
Literate Population 179 98 81
Illiterate Population 264 120 144

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Penala village:

  • The total population of Penala village is around 443, including approximately 218 males and 225 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 47 children aged 0–6 years in Penala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Penala village has 71 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 312 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Penala village is about 40.41%, with male literacy at 44.95% and female literacy at 36.00%.
  • There are around 104 households in Penala village.

Connectivity of Penala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Penala. As per the 2011 stats, Penala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Penala

Knowing the nearby villages of Penala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Penala.

Rengetisaru Linga Gambhariguda Badabali Jungal Tukangia Branguda Brenguda Gadaguda Telingia Ganjuguda Bandaguda

Frequently Asked Questions about Penala

Where is Penala located?
Penala village is situated in G Udayagiri Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penala?
The Gram Panchayat of Penala is Gadaguda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Penala?
The pincode of Penala is 762100, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Penala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Penala is 443, with 218 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Penala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Penala village has a total of 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Penala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Penala is 40.41%. The male literacy rate is 44.95%, while the female literacy rate is 36.00%.