Palabrudi - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Palabrudi is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Gochhapada and around 41 km from Phulbani. Polabrudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palabrudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palabrudi is 415267. The village covers a total geographical area of 507 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Palabrudi 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 Palabrudi
According to the 2011 Census, Palabrudi village had a total population of 713 people, including 380 males and 333 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.58%, with male literacy at 74.52% and female literacy at 40.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 165, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 454.
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 | 713 | 380 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 78 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 454 | 257 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 231 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 149 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Palabrudi
Palabrudi 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 Palabrudi
Palabrudi 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 Palabrudi is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Palabrudi is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palabrudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palabrudi 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 Palabrudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palabrudi 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 Palabrudi
Where is Palabrudi located?
Palabrudi village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palabrudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Palabrudi is Polabrudi.
What is the pincode of Palabrudi?
The pincode of Palabrudi is 762002.
What is the population of Palabrudi?
Palabrudi had a total population of 713, including 380 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Palabrudi?
Palabrudi had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palabrudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palabrudi was 58.58%. Male literacy was 74.52% and female literacy was 40.07%.