Palakaguda - Khairput, Malkangiri
Palakaguda is a village situated in the Khairput tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Orkel and around 82 km from Malkangiri . Rasbeda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palakaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palakaguda is 430855. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Palakaguda 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 Palakaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Palakaguda village had a total population of 114 people, including 48 males and 66 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,375 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.31%, with male literacy at 88.64% and female literacy at 46.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 95.
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 | 114 | 48 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 4 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 41 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 39 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 9 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Palakaguda
Palakaguda 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 Palakaguda
Public transport in the Palakaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Palakaguda is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Palakaguda is about 82 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 Palakaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palakaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Palakaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palakaguda 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 Palakaguda
Where is Palakaguda located?
Palakaguda village is located in Khairput Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palakaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Palakaguda is Rasbeda.
What is the pincode of Palakaguda?
The pincode of Palakaguda is 764051.
What is the population of Palakaguda?
Palakaguda had a total population of 114, including 48 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Palakaguda?
Palakaguda had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palakaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palakaguda was 65.31%. Male literacy was 88.64% and female literacy was 46.30%.