Paniki - Pottangi, Koraput
Paniki is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Kotiya and around 62 km from Koraput. Kotiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paniki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paniki is 430132. The village falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Paniki 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 Paniki
As per Census 2011, Paniki village has a total population of 141 people, consisting of 69 males and 72 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3 literate and 138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paniki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 141 | 69 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 69 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 3 | - | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 69 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Paniki
Paniki 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 Paniki
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Paniki.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Paniki is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Paniki is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paniki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paniki 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Paniki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paniki 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 Paniki
Where is Paniki located?
Paniki village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paniki?
The Gram Panchayat of Paniki is Kotiya.
What is the pincode of Paniki?
The pincode of Paniki is 764039.
What is the population of Paniki?
Paniki has a total population of 141, including 69 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Paniki?
There are 34 households in Paniki.