Panchalo - Balianta, Khordha
Panchalo is a village situated in the Balianta tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balianta and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Kakaruidrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchalo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchalo is 407563. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 752101 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Panchalo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jayadev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchalo
According to the 2011 Census, Panchalo village had a total population of 364 people, including 189 males and 175 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.18%, with male literacy at 98.13% and female literacy at 75.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 160.
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 | 364 | 189 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 80 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 157 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 32 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Panchalo
Panchalo 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 Panchalo
Panchalo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bhubaneswar to Panchalo is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Panchalo is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchalo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchalo 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Panchalo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchalo 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panchalo
Where is Panchalo located?
Panchalo village is located in Balianta Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panchalo?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchalo is Kakaruidrapur.
What is the pincode of Panchalo?
The pincode of Panchalo is 752101.
What is the population of Panchalo?
Panchalo had a total population of 364, including 189 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Panchalo?
Panchalo had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panchalo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchalo was 87.18%. Male literacy was 98.13% and female literacy was 75.66%.