Penkurai - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Penkurai is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from Motu and around 66 km from Malkangiri . Manyamkunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Penkurai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Penkurai is 431183. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Penkurai 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 Penkurai
According to the 2011 Census, Penkurai village had a total population of 99 people, including 56 males and 43 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 768 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 10.13%, with male literacy at 14.29% and female literacy at 5.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 99.
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 | 99 | 56 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 56 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 50 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Penkurai
Penkurai 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 Penkurai
Penkurai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Penkurai is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Penkurai is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Penkurai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Penkurai 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 Penkurai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Penkurai 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 Penkurai
Where is Penkurai located?
Penkurai village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Penkurai?
The Gram Panchayat of Penkurai is Manyamkunda.
What is the pincode of Penkurai?
The pincode of Penkurai is 764086.
What is the population of Penkurai?
Penkurai had a total population of 99, including 56 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Penkurai?
Penkurai had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Penkurai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Penkurai was 10.13%. Male literacy was 14.29% and female literacy was 5.41%.