Pakhanaput - Similiguda, Koraput
Pakhanaput is a village situated in the Similiguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Similiguda and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Rajput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pakhanaput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pakhanaput is 429949. The village covers a total geographical area of 317 hectares and falls under the 764036 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Pakhanaput 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 Pakhanaput
As per Census 2011, Pakhanaput village has a total population of 154 people, consisting of 72 males and 82 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,138 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 30 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pakhanaput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 154 | 72 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 15 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 28 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 25 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 47 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Pakhanaput
Pakhanaput 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 Pakhanaput
Pakhanaput 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Pakhanaput is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Pakhanaput is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pakhanaput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pakhanaput village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pakhanaput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pakhanaput village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pakhanaput
Where is Pakhanaput located?
Pakhanaput village is located in Similiguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pakhanaput?
The Gram Panchayat of Pakhanaput is Rajput.
What is the pincode of Pakhanaput?
The pincode of Pakhanaput is 764036.
What is the population of Pakhanaput?
Pakhanaput has a total population of 154, including 72 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Pakhanaput?
There are 42 households in Pakhanaput.
What is the literacy rate in Pakhanaput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pakhanaput is 19.48%. Male literacy is 34.72% and female literacy is 6.10%.