Palgoda - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Palgoda is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Podagarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palgoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palgoda is 388533. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 757034 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Palgoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palgoda
As per Census 2011, Palgoda village has a total population of 230 people, consisting of 114 males and 116 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 66 literate and 164 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 213 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palgoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 230 | 114 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 213 | 103 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 47 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 67 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Palgoda
Palgoda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhadusole | North | 0.92 km |
| Kundagad | East | 0.97 km |
| Tingiriani | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Madanmohanpur | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Kalikaprasad | South-West | 3.88 km |
| Badajhilli | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Thakurgoda | South-West | 4.57 km |
| Uttaransa | South-West | 4.93 km |
| Olkudar | South-West | 5.56 km |
| Chadripahadi | West | 6.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palgoda
Public transport in the Palgoda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bangriposi, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.2 km.
| 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 Karanjia to Palgoda is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Palgoda is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palgoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palgoda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palgoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palgoda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palgoda
Where is Palgoda located?
Palgoda village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palgoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Palgoda is Podagarh.
What is the pincode of Palgoda?
The pincode of Palgoda is 757034.
What is the population of Palgoda?
Palgoda has a total population of 230, including 114 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Palgoda?
There are 61 households in Palgoda.
What is the literacy rate in Palgoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palgoda is 28.70%. Male literacy is 41.23% and female literacy is 16.38%.