Pairimal - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Pairimal is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Durgapanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pairimal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pairimal is 417232. The village covers a total geographical area of 263 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Pairimal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pairimal
According to the 2011 Census, Pairimal village had a total population of 207 people, including 104 males and 103 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.92%, with male literacy at 77.27% and female literacy at 48.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 125.
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 | 207 | 104 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 61 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 68 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 36 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Pairimal
Pairimal 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 Pairimal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pairimal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rayagada to Pairimal is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Pairimal is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pairimal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pairimal 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 Pairimal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pairimal 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 Pairimal
Where is Pairimal located?
Pairimal village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pairimal?
The Gram Panchayat of Pairimal is Durgapanga.
What is the pincode of Pairimal?
The pincode of Pairimal is 762105.
What is the population of Pairimal?
Pairimal had a total population of 207, including 104 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Pairimal?
Pairimal had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pairimal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pairimal was 62.92%. Male literacy was 77.27% and female literacy was 48.89%.