Panisal - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Panisal is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 34 km from Phulabani and around 20 km from Phulbani. Sudrukumpa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panisal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panisal is 415379. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Panisal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panisal
According to the 2011 Census, Panisal village had a total population of 14 people, including 6 males and 8 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.31%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 85.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Panisal
Panisal 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 Panisal
Panisal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Phulabani to Panisal is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Panisal is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panisal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panisal 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 Panisal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panisal 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 Panisal
Where is Panisal located?
Panisal village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panisal?
The Gram Panchayat of Panisal is Sudrukumpa.
What is the pincode of Panisal?
The pincode of Panisal is 762002.
What is the population of Panisal?
Panisal had a total population of 14, including 6 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Panisal?
Panisal had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panisal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panisal was 92.31%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 85.71%.