Penabida - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Penabida is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Burbinaju serves as the Gram Panchayat for Penabida village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Penabida is 415986. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 762112 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Penabida 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 Penabida
According to the 2011 Census, Penabida village had a total population of 212 people, including 111 males and 101 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.21%, with male literacy at 70.53% and female literacy at 37.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 172.
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 | 212 | 111 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 16 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 88 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 67 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 44 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Penabida
Penabida 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 Penabida
Public transport in the Penabida is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Penabida has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Penabida is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Penabida is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Penabida
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Penabida village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Penabida
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Penabida 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 Penabida
Where is Penabida located?
Penabida village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Penabida?
The Gram Panchayat of Penabida is Burbinaju.
What is the pincode of Penabida?
The pincode of Penabida is 762112.
What is the population of Penabida?
Penabida had a total population of 212, including 111 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Penabida?
Penabida had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Penabida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Penabida was 54.21%. Male literacy was 70.53% and female literacy was 37.89%.