Pakhanaguda - Mathili, Malkangiri
Pakhanaguda is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Naikguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pakhanaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pakhanaguda is 430461. The village covers a total geographical area of 276 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Pakhanaguda 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 Pakhanaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Pakhanaguda village had a total population of 517 people, including 244 males and 273 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 1,119 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.50%, with male literacy at 52.22% and female literacy at 23.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 273.
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 | 517 | 244 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 41 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 273 | 132 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 106 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 138 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Pakhanaguda
Pakhanaguda 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 Pakhanaguda
Pakhanaguda 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Pakhanaguda is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Pakhanaguda is about 34 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 Pakhanaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pakhanaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pakhanaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pakhanaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pakhanaguda
Where is Pakhanaguda located?
Pakhanaguda village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pakhanaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pakhanaguda is Naikguda.
What is the pincode of Pakhanaguda?
The pincode of Pakhanaguda is 764044.
What is the population of Pakhanaguda?
Pakhanaguda had a total population of 517, including 244 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Pakhanaguda?
Pakhanaguda had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pakhanaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pakhanaguda was 37.50%. Male literacy was 52.22% and female literacy was 23.47%.