Papasi - Raikia, Kandhamal
Papasi is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gumamaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Papasi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papasi is 417577. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Papasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Papasi
As per Census 2011, Papasi village has a total population of 245 people, consisting of 126 males and 119 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 167 literate and 78 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 183 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Papasi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 245 | 126 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 183 | 94 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 89 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 37 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Papasi
Papasi 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 Papasi
Papasi 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Papasi is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Papasi is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Papasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papasi 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 Papasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papasi 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 Papasi
Where is Papasi located?
Papasi village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Papasi?
The Gram Panchayat of Papasi is Gumamaha.
What is the pincode of Papasi?
The pincode of Papasi is 762101.
What is the population of Papasi?
Papasi has a total population of 245, including 126 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Papasi?
There are 61 households in Papasi.
What is the literacy rate in Papasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papasi is 68.16%. Male literacy is 70.63% and female literacy is 65.55%.