Paknamunda - Mathili, Malkangiri
Paknamunda is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Bhejaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paknamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paknamunda is 430414. The village covers a total geographical area of 617 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Paknamunda 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 Paknamunda
As per Census 2011, Paknamunda village has a total population of 504 people, consisting of 246 males and 258 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 113 literate and 391 illiterate residents. Additionally, 463 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paknamunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 504 | 246 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 51 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 463 | 226 | 237 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 82 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 391 | 164 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Paknamunda
Paknamunda 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 Paknamunda
Paknamunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Paknamunda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Paknamunda is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Paknamunda is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paknamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paknamunda 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 Paknamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paknamunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paknamunda
Where is Paknamunda located?
Paknamunda village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paknamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Paknamunda is Bhejaguda.
What is the pincode of Paknamunda?
The pincode of Paknamunda is 764044.
What is the population of Paknamunda?
Paknamunda has a total population of 504, including 246 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Paknamunda?
There are 121 households in Paknamunda.
What is the literacy rate in Paknamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paknamunda is 22.42%. Male literacy is 33.33% and female literacy is 12.02%.