Pichhulia - Ghatgaon, Keonjhar
Pichhulia is a village situated in the Ghatgaon tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Pandapara and around 20 km from Kendujhar. Badapichhula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pichhulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pichhulia is 386478. The village covers a total geographical area of 762 hectares and falls under the 758087 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Pichhulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghasipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pichhulia
As per Census 2011, Pichhulia village has a total population of 1,273 people, consisting of 617 males and 656 females. The village has 291 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 709 literate and 564 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,185 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pichhulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,273 | 617 | 656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 96 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,185 | 575 | 610 |
| Literate Population | 709 | 409 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 564 | 208 | 356 |
Nearby Villages of Pichhulia
Pichhulia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balbhadrapur | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Nudurupada | West | 3.40 km |
| Basantapur | North-West | 3.57 km |
| Kandasar | North | 3.65 km |
| Sonatangiri | South | 3.75 km |
| Sarupat | East | 3.89 km |
| Gohitangiri | South | 3.97 km |
| Rutisila | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Jharbeda | North-East | 4.14 km |
| Baxibarigaon | West | 4.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pichhulia
Pichhulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Basantapur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendujhar to Pichhulia is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Pichhulia is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pichhulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pichhulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pichhulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pichhulia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pichhulia
Where is Pichhulia located?
Pichhulia village is located in Ghatgaon Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pichhulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pichhulia is Badapichhula.
What is the pincode of Pichhulia?
The pincode of Pichhulia is 758087.
What is the population of Pichhulia?
Pichhulia has a total population of 1,273, including 617 males and 656 females.
How many households are there in Pichhulia?
There are 291 households in Pichhulia.
What is the literacy rate in Pichhulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pichhulia is 55.70%. Male literacy is 66.29% and female literacy is 45.73%.