Palendi - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Palendi is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Phringia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palendi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palendi is 416317. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Palendi 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 Palendi
As per Census 2011, Palendi village has a total population of 75 people, consisting of 36 males and 39 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 33 literate and 42 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palendi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 75 | 36 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 22 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 14 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Palendi
Palendi 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 Palendi
Public transport in the Palendi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Palendi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Palendi is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palendi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palendi 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 Palendi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palendi 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 Palendi
Where is Palendi located?
Palendi village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palendi?
The Gram Panchayat of Palendi is Phringia.
What is the pincode of Palendi?
The pincode of Palendi is 762011.
What is the population of Palendi?
Palendi has a total population of 75, including 36 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Palendi?
There are 16 households in Palendi.
What is the literacy rate in Palendi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palendi is 44.00%. Male literacy is 61.11% and female literacy is 28.21%.