Panchanpada - Aali, Kendrapara
Panchanpada is a village situated in the Aali tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aali and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Sanamanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchanpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchanpada is 396133. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 754218 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Panchanpada 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 Panchanpada
As per Census 2011, Panchanpada village has a total population of 1,256 people, consisting of 577 males and 679 females. The village has 280 households and a sex ratio of 1,176 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 730 literate and 526 illiterate residents. Additionally, 622 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchanpada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,256 | 577 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 93 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 622 | 307 | 315 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 730 | 347 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 526 | 230 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Panchanpada
Panchanpada is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sansidha | North | 1.87 km |
| Baluria | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Gheekoili | South | 2.06 km |
| Nuapada | South | 2.07 km |
| Sanamanga | East | 2.18 km |
| Batipada | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Badamanga | East | 2.36 km |
| Rainlo | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Kalasapur | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Petapada | North-West | 2.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panchanpada
Panchanpada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bagadia Ph, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kendrapara to Panchanpada is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Panchanpada is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchanpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchanpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panchanpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchanpada 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panchanpada
Where is Panchanpada located?
Panchanpada village is located in Aali Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchanpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchanpada is Sanamanga.
What is the pincode of Panchanpada?
The pincode of Panchanpada is 754218.
What is the population of Panchanpada?
Panchanpada has a total population of 1,256, including 577 males and 679 females.
How many households are there in Panchanpada?
There are 280 households in Panchanpada.
What is the literacy rate in Panchanpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchanpada is 58.12%. Male literacy is 60.14% and female literacy is 56.41%.