Polkaput - Jeypore, Koraput
Polkaput is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Balia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Polkaput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Polkaput is 429084. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Polkaput 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 Polkaput
As per Census 2011, Polkaput village has a total population of 969 people, consisting of 462 males and 507 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 1,097 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 362 literate and 607 illiterate residents. Additionally, 775 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 136 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Polkaput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 969 | 462 | 507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 86 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 775 | 367 | 408 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 63 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 362 | 209 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 607 | 253 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Polkaput
Polkaput 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 Polkaput
Public transport in the Polkaput is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Polkaput.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Polkaput is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Polkaput is about 29 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 Polkaput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Polkaput 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Polkaput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Polkaput village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Polkaput
Where is Polkaput located?
Polkaput village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Polkaput?
The Gram Panchayat of Polkaput is Balia.
What is the pincode of Polkaput?
The pincode of Polkaput is 764002.
What is the population of Polkaput?
Polkaput has a total population of 969, including 462 males and 507 females.
How many households are there in Polkaput?
There are 216 households in Polkaput.
What is the literacy rate in Polkaput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Polkaput is 37.36%. Male literacy is 45.24% and female literacy is 30.18%.