Paliguda - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Paliguda is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Nuaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paliguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paliguda is 430642. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Paliguda 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 Paliguda
As per Census 2011, Paliguda village has a total population of 121 people, consisting of 64 males and 57 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 119 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paliguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 121 | 64 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 62 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 2 | - |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 62 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Paliguda
Paliguda 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 Paliguda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Paliguda.
| 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 Paliguda is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Paliguda is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paliguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paliguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Paliguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paliguda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paliguda
Where is Paliguda located?
Paliguda village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paliguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Paliguda is Nuaguda.
What is the pincode of Paliguda?
The pincode of Paliguda is 764052.
What is the population of Paliguda?
Paliguda has a total population of 121, including 64 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Paliguda?
There are 25 households in Paliguda.