Pajimaska - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Pajimaska is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 131 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Tumudibandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pajimaska village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pajimaska is 416972. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
Pajimaska village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pajimaska
According to the 2011 Census, Pajimaska village had a total population of 55 people, including 27 males and 28 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.61%, with male literacy at 47.83% and female literacy at 17.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
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 | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 16 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Pajimaska
Pajimaska 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 Pajimaska
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Pajimaska.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Pajimaska is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Pajimaska is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pajimaska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pajimaska village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pajimaska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pajimaska 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 Pajimaska
Where is Pajimaska located?
Pajimaska village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pajimaska?
The Gram Panchayat of Pajimaska is Tumudibandh.
What is the pincode of Pajimaska?
The pincode of Pajimaska is 762105.
What is the population of Pajimaska?
Pajimaska had a total population of 55, including 27 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Pajimaska?
Pajimaska had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pajimaska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pajimaska was 32.61%. Male literacy was 47.83% and female literacy was 17.39%.