Pangiput - Boipariguda, Koraput
Pangiput is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Dasamanthpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pangiput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pangiput is 429328. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Pangiput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Pangiput
According to the 2011 Census, Pangiput village had a total population of 74 people, including 40 males and 34 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 850 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.90%, with male literacy at 60.61% and female literacy at 52.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 68.
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 | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 20 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Pangiput
Pangiput 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pandipoda | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Sugapadar | East | 1.37 km |
| Pabliguda | South | 1.59 km |
| Dasamantpur | West | 1.96 km |
| Doraput | North | 2.01 km |
| Pokalpada | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Mohantput | West | 2.39 km |
| Keraput | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Kendupada | North | 2.87 km |
| Bodaput | East | 3.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pangiput
Public transport in the Pangiput is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jeypore, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Rayagada to Pangiput is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Pangiput 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 Pangiput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pangiput 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pangiput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pangiput village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pangiput
Where is Pangiput located?
Pangiput village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pangiput?
The Gram Panchayat of Pangiput is Dasamanthpur.
What is the pincode of Pangiput?
The pincode of Pangiput is 764043.
What is the population of Pangiput?
Pangiput had a total population of 74, including 40 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Pangiput?
Pangiput had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pangiput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pangiput was 56.90%. Male literacy was 60.61% and female literacy was 52.00%.