Panapentha - Aali, Kendrapara
Panapentha is a village situated in the Aali tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aali and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Ketupal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panapentha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panapentha is 396080. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 755061 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Panapentha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panapentha
As per Census 2011, Panapentha village has a total population of 682 people, consisting of 336 males and 346 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 542 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panapentha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 682 | 336 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 42 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 55 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 542 | 279 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 57 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Panapentha
Panapentha 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 Panapentha
Panapentha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jajapur to Panapentha is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Panapentha is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panapentha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panapentha 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Panapentha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panapentha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panapentha
Where is Panapentha located?
Panapentha village is located in Aali Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panapentha?
The Gram Panchayat of Panapentha is Ketupal.
What is the pincode of Panapentha?
The pincode of Panapentha is 755061.
What is the population of Panapentha?
Panapentha has a total population of 682, including 336 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Panapentha?
There are 153 households in Panapentha.
What is the literacy rate in Panapentha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panapentha is 79.47%. Male literacy is 83.04% and female literacy is 76.01%.