Prangamaha - Raikia, Kandhamal
Prangamaha is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sugudabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Prangamaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Prangamaha is 417590. The village covers a total geographical area of 290 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Prangamaha 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 Prangamaha
As per Census 2011, Prangamaha village has a total population of 192 people, consisting of 104 males and 88 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 116 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Prangamaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 192 | 104 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 83 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 21 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Prangamaha
Prangamaha 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 Prangamaha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Prangamaha.
| 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 Prangamaha is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Prangamaha is about 78 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 Prangamaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Prangamaha 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 Prangamaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Prangamaha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Prangamaha
Where is Prangamaha located?
Prangamaha village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prangamaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Prangamaha is Sugudabadi.
What is the pincode of Prangamaha?
The pincode of Prangamaha is 762101.
What is the population of Prangamaha?
Prangamaha has a total population of 192, including 104 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Prangamaha?
There are 55 households in Prangamaha.
What is the literacy rate in Prangamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Prangamaha is 60.42%. Male literacy is 79.81% and female literacy is 37.50%.