Pehelaju - Dasapalla, Nayagarh
Pehelaju is a village situated in the Dasapalla tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasapalla and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Pokharigochha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pehelaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pehelaju is 405407. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 752084 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Pehelaju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pehelaju
As per Census 2011, Pehelaju village has a total population of 50 people, consisting of 24 males and 26 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 16 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pehelaju are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 13 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Pehelaju
Pehelaju 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 Pehelaju
Pehelaju is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Nayagarh to Pehelaju is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pehelaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pehelaju 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pehelaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pehelaju 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 Pehelaju
Where is Pehelaju located?
Pehelaju village is located in Dasapalla Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pehelaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Pehelaju is Pokharigochha.
What is the pincode of Pehelaju?
The pincode of Pehelaju is 752084.
What is the population of Pehelaju?
Pehelaju has a total population of 50, including 24 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Pehelaju?
There are 13 households in Pehelaju.
What is the literacy rate in Pehelaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pehelaju is 32.00%. Male literacy is 45.83% and female literacy is 19.23%.