Pualabadi - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Pualabadi is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Langalapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pualabadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pualabadi is 428673. The village covers a total geographical area of 234 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Pualabadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pualabadi
As per Census 2011, Pualabadi village has a total population of 169 people, consisting of 82 males and 87 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 17 literate and 152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pualabadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 82 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 19 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 82 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 70 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Pualabadi
Pualabadi 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 Pualabadi
Pualabadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Pualabadi is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Pualabadi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pualabadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pualabadi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pualabadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pualabadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pualabadi
Where is Pualabadi located?
Pualabadi village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pualabadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pualabadi is Langalapada.
What is the pincode of Pualabadi?
The pincode of Pualabadi is 764014.
What is the population of Pualabadi?
Pualabadi has a total population of 169, including 82 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Pualabadi?
There are 36 households in Pualabadi.
What is the literacy rate in Pualabadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pualabadi is 10.06%. Male literacy is 14.63% and female literacy is 5.75%.