Paireju - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Paireju is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 51 km from Gochhapada and around 56 km from Phulbani. Pahireju serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paireju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paireju is 415255. The village covers a total geographical area of 266 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Paireju 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 Paireju
As per Census 2011, Paireju village has a total population of 130 people, consisting of 70 males and 60 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 40 literate and 90 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 100 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paireju are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 130 | 70 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 15 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 11 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 59 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 28 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 42 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Paireju
Paireju 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 Paireju
Paireju is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Paireju is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Paireju is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paireju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paireju village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paireju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paireju 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 Paireju
Where is Paireju located?
Paireju village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paireju?
The Gram Panchayat of Paireju is Pahireju.
What is the pincode of Paireju?
The pincode of Paireju is 762002.
What is the population of Paireju?
Paireju has a total population of 130, including 70 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Paireju?
There are 30 households in Paireju.
What is the literacy rate in Paireju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paireju is 30.77%. Male literacy is 40.00% and female literacy is 20.00%.