Palliguda - Jeypore, Koraput
Palliguda is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Gadapadara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palliguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palliguda is 429054. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Palliguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palliguda
As per Census 2011, Palliguda village has a total population of 209 people, consisting of 104 males and 105 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 77 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 72 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palliguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 209 | 104 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 35 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 48 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 56 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Palliguda
Palliguda 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 Palliguda
Palliguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Palliguda.
| 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 Jeypur to Palliguda is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Palliguda is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palliguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palliguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palliguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palliguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Palliguda
Where is Palliguda located?
Palliguda village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palliguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Palliguda is Gadapadara.
What is the pincode of Palliguda?
The pincode of Palliguda is 764002.
What is the population of Palliguda?
Palliguda has a total population of 209, including 104 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Palliguda?
There are 48 households in Palliguda.
What is the literacy rate in Palliguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palliguda is 36.84%. Male literacy is 46.15% and female literacy is 27.62%.