Penamala - Raikia, Kandhamal
Penamala is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gumamaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Penamala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Penamala is 417605. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Penamala 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 Penamala
According to the 2011 Census, Penamala village had a total population of 164 people, including 86 males and 78 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.18%, with male literacy at 79.71% and female literacy at 47.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 144.
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 | 164 | 86 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 77 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 55 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 31 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Penamala
Penamala 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 Penamala
Penamala 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 | 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 G. Udayagiri to Penamala is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Penamala is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Penamala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Penamala 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 Penamala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Penamala 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 Penamala
Where is Penamala located?
Penamala village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penamala?
The Gram Panchayat of Penamala is Gumamaha.
What is the pincode of Penamala?
The pincode of Penamala is 762101.
What is the population of Penamala?
Penamala had a total population of 164, including 86 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Penamala?
Penamala had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Penamala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Penamala was 64.18%. Male literacy was 79.71% and female literacy was 47.69%.