Palankrai - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Palankrai is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Paparmetla and around 160 km from Malkangiri . Ralegada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palankrai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palankrai is 430714. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Palankrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palankrai
As per Census 2011, Palankrai village has a total population of 50 people, consisting of 28 males and 22 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 785 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palankrai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 50 | 28 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 28 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Palankrai
Palankrai 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 Palankrai
Palankrai 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 Balimela to Palankrai is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Palankrai is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palankrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palankrai 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 Palankrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palankrai 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 Palankrai
Where is Palankrai located?
Palankrai village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palankrai?
The Gram Panchayat of Palankrai is Ralegada.
What is the pincode of Palankrai?
The pincode of Palankrai is 764051.
What is the population of Palankrai?
Palankrai has a total population of 50, including 28 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Palankrai?
There are 10 households in Palankrai.