Papulur - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Papulur is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 100 km from Kalimela and around 80 km from Malkangiri . Populur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Papulur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papulur is 431062. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Papulur 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 Papulur
According to the 2011 Census, Papulur village had a total population of 417 people, including 229 males and 188 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 821 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.60%, with male literacy at 69.10% and female literacy at 29.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 380.
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 | 417 | 229 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 51 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 9 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 380 | 207 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 123 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 106 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Papulur
Papulur 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 Papulur
Papulur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Papulur is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Papulur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Papulur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papulur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Papulur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papulur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Papulur
Where is Papulur located?
Papulur village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Papulur?
The Gram Panchayat of Papulur is Populur.
What is the pincode of Papulur?
The pincode of Papulur is 764086.
What is the population of Papulur?
Papulur had a total population of 417, including 229 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Papulur?
Papulur had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Papulur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papulur was 50.60%. Male literacy was 69.10% and female literacy was 29.75%.