Paikathoba - Nandapur, Koraput
Paikathoba is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Thuba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paikathoba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paikathoba is 429922. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Paikathoba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paikathoba
As per Census 2011, Paikathoba village has a total population of 339 people, consisting of 186 males and 153 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 822 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 272 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paikathoba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 339 | 186 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 161 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 25 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Paikathoba
Paikathoba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kandaput | West | 0.89 km |
| Panasaput | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Handiput | South | 1.52 km |
| Tudukuthuba | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Satasemili | North | 1.64 km |
| Chiliput | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Kataraba | East | 2.24 km |
| Patrapandi | North | 2.78 km |
| Bheja | South | 2.93 km |
| Sarbaput | North-East | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paikathoba
Paikathoba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bheja, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Paikathoba is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Paikathoba is about 54 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 Paikathoba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paikathoba 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 Paikathoba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paikathoba 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paikathoba
Where is Paikathoba located?
Paikathoba village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paikathoba?
The Gram Panchayat of Paikathoba is Thuba.
What is the pincode of Paikathoba?
The pincode of Paikathoba is 764037.
What is the population of Paikathoba?
Paikathoba has a total population of 339, including 186 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Paikathoba?
There are 49 households in Paikathoba.
What is the literacy rate in Paikathoba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paikathoba is 80.24%. Male literacy is 86.56% and female literacy is 72.55%.