Pedakonda - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Pedakonda is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalimela and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Gumuka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pedakonda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pedakonda is 431015. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Pedakonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pedakonda
According to the 2011 Census, Pedakonda village had a total population of 253 people, including 119 males and 134 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,126 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.59%, with male literacy at 40.66% and female literacy at 20.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 253.
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 | 253 | 119 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 253 | 119 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 37 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 82 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Pedakonda
Pedakonda 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 Pedakonda
Pedakonda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Malkangiri to Pedakonda is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Pedakonda is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pedakonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pedakonda 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 Pedakonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pedakonda 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 Pedakonda
Where is Pedakonda located?
Pedakonda village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pedakonda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pedakonda is Gumuka.
What is the pincode of Pedakonda?
The pincode of Pedakonda is 764086.
What is the population of Pedakonda?
Pedakonda had a total population of 253, including 119 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Pedakonda?
Pedakonda had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pedakonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pedakonda was 29.59%. Male literacy was 40.66% and female literacy was 20.00%.