Paneshgandhi - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Paneshgandhi is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from Paparmetla and around 75 km from Malkangiri . Badapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paneshgandhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paneshgandhi is 430723. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Paneshgandhi 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 Paneshgandhi
According to the 2011 Census, Paneshgandhi village had a total population of 320 people, including 142 males and 178 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,254 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.06%, with male literacy at 43.24% and female literacy at 24.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 318.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 320 | 142 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 31 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 318 | 141 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 48 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 94 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Paneshgandhi
Paneshgandhi 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 Paneshgandhi
Paneshgandhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Paneshgandhi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Paneshgandhi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paneshgandhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paneshgandhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Paneshgandhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paneshgandhi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paneshgandhi
Where is Paneshgandhi located?
Paneshgandhi village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paneshgandhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Paneshgandhi is Badapadar.
What is the pincode of Paneshgandhi?
The pincode of Paneshgandhi is 764051.
What is the population of Paneshgandhi?
Paneshgandhi had a total population of 320, including 142 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Paneshgandhi?
Paneshgandhi had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paneshgandhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paneshgandhi was 33.06%. Male literacy was 43.24% and female literacy was 24.63%.