Papermenta - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Papermenta is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 91 km from Paparmetla and around 95 km from Malkangiri . Papermetla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Papermenta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papermenta is 430687. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Papermenta 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 Papermenta
According to the 2011 Census, Papermenta village had a total population of 570 people, including 309 males and 261 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.88%, with male literacy at 31.56% and female literacy at 10.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 530.
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 | 570 | 309 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 65 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 530 | 289 | 241 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 77 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 232 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Papermenta
Papermenta 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 Papermenta
Public transport in the Papermenta 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 Papermenta is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Papermenta is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Papermenta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papermenta 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 Papermenta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papermenta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Papermenta
Where is Papermenta located?
Papermenta village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Papermenta?
The Gram Panchayat of Papermenta is Papermetla.
What is the pincode of Papermenta?
The pincode of Papermenta is 764051.
What is the population of Papermenta?
Papermenta had a total population of 570, including 309 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Papermenta?
Papermenta had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Papermenta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papermenta was 21.88%. Male literacy was 31.56% and female literacy was 10.29%.