Pallidighiri - Bolagad, Khordha
Pallidighiri is a village situated in the Bolagad tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bolagad and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Bologarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pallidighiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pallidighiri is 407118. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 752066 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Pallidighiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Begunia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pallidighiri
According to the 2011 Census, Pallidighiri village had a total population of 83 people, including 44 males and 39 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.21%, with male literacy at 97.56% and female literacy at 86.11%.
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 | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 40 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 4 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Pallidighiri
Pallidighiri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotapala | North-East | 0.64 km |
| Mandalasingh | North-West | 0.81 km |
| Khairapalli | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Kautara | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Kusupalla | East | 1.83 km |
| Gopalpur | West | 1.85 km |
| Bandhasahi | North | 2.02 km |
| Dighiri | North | 2.32 km |
| Arjunpur | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Pankalasahi | East | 3.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pallidighiri
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Pallidighiri. The nearest railway station is Kalupara Ghat, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Pallidighiri is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Pallidighiri is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pallidighiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pallidighiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Pallidighiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pallidighiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Pallidighiri
Where is Pallidighiri located?
Pallidighiri village is located in Bolagad Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pallidighiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Pallidighiri is Bologarh.
What is the pincode of Pallidighiri?
The pincode of Pallidighiri is 752066.
What is the population of Pallidighiri?
Pallidighiri had a total population of 83, including 44 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Pallidighiri?
Pallidighiri had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pallidighiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pallidighiri was 92.21%. Male literacy was 97.56% and female literacy was 86.11%.