Palisuga - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Palisuga is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Samarbandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palisuga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palisuga is 416236. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Palisuga 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 Palisuga
According to the 2011 Census, Palisuga village had a total population of 14 people, including 7 males and 7 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.14%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 28.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 7 | 7 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 1 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Palisuga
Palisuga 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 Palisuga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Palisuga.
| 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 Palisuga is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Palisuga is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palisuga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palisuga 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 Palisuga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palisuga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palisuga
Where is Palisuga located?
Palisuga village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palisuga?
The Gram Panchayat of Palisuga is Samarbandha.
What is the pincode of Palisuga?
The pincode of Palisuga is 762011.
What is the population of Palisuga?
Palisuga had a total population of 14, including 7 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Palisuga?
Palisuga had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palisuga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palisuga was 57.14%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 28.57%.