Venchanpalli - Motu, Malkangiri
Venchanpalli is a village situated in the Motu tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from Podia and around 70 km from Malkangiri . Podia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venchanpalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venchanpalli is 431089. The village covers a total geographical area of 626 hectares and falls under the 764087 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Venchanpalli 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 Venchanpalli
According to the 2011 Census, Venchanpalli village had a total population of 371 people, including 185 males and 186 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.15%, with male literacy at 28.10% and female literacy at 16.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 371.
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 | 371 | 185 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 371 | 185 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 43 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 142 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Venchanpalli
Venchanpalli 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 Venchanpalli
Venchanpalli 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Venchanpalli is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Venchanpalli is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venchanpalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venchanpalli 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 Venchanpalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venchanpalli 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 Venchanpalli
Where is Venchanpalli located?
Venchanpalli village is located in Motu Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Venchanpalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Venchanpalli is Podia.
What is the pincode of Venchanpalli?
The pincode of Venchanpalli is 764087.
What is the population of Venchanpalli?
Venchanpalli had a total population of 371, including 185 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Venchanpalli?
Venchanpalli had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Venchanpalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venchanpalli was 22.15%. Male literacy was 28.10% and female literacy was 16.23%.