Pialkani - Boipariguda, Koraput
Pialkani is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kenduguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pialkani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pialkani is 429233. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Pialkani 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 Pialkani
According to the 2011 Census, Pialkani village had a total population of 157 people, including 81 males and 76 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.80%, with male literacy at 80.28% and female literacy at 29.85%. 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 | 157 | 81 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 57 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 24 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Pialkani
Pialkani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kothiaguda | North-East | 0.70 km |
| Jantaguda | East | 1.01 km |
| Bodpadarguda | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Kaudiaguda | East | 1.53 km |
| Patraput | South | 1.75 km |
| Bongaliguda | North | 1.94 km |
| Kandulguda | North | 1.95 km |
| Tentuliguda | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Andori | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Bodhaguda | East | 2.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pialkani
Pialkani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhanapur Orissa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sunabeda to Pialkani is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Pialkani 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 Pialkani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pialkani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pialkani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pialkani 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Pialkani
Where is Pialkani located?
Pialkani village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pialkani?
The Gram Panchayat of Pialkani is Kenduguda.
What is the pincode of Pialkani?
The pincode of Pialkani is 764043.
What is the population of Pialkani?
Pialkani had a total population of 157, including 81 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Pialkani?
Pialkani had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pialkani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pialkani was 55.80%. Male literacy was 80.28% and female literacy was 29.85%.