Peruwai - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Peruwai is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Podia and around 35 km from Malkangiri . Chitrangapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peruwai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peruwai is 431101. The village covers a total geographical area of 325 hectares and falls under the 764087 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Peruwai 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 Peruwai
According to the 2011 Census, Peruwai village had a total population of 360 people, including 181 males and 179 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 6.04%, with male literacy at 7.69% and female literacy at 4.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 360.
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 | 360 | 181 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 360 | 181 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 171 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Peruwai
Peruwai 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 Peruwai
Peruwai 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 Peruwai is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Peruwai is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peruwai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peruwai 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 Peruwai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peruwai 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 Peruwai
Where is Peruwai located?
Peruwai village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Peruwai?
The Gram Panchayat of Peruwai is Chitrangapalli.
What is the pincode of Peruwai?
The pincode of Peruwai is 764087.
What is the population of Peruwai?
Peruwai had a total population of 360, including 181 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Peruwai?
Peruwai had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Peruwai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peruwai was 6.04%. Male literacy was 7.69% and female literacy was 4.44%.