Paikhala - Astaranga, Puri
Paikhala is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Astaranga and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Talada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paikhala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paikhala is 409191. The village covers a total geographical area of 270 hectares and falls under the 752119 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Paikhala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paikhala
As per Census 2011, Paikhala village has a total population of 595 people, consisting of 310 males and 285 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 452 literate and 143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paikhala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 595 | 310 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 257 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 53 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Paikhala
Paikhala 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 Paikhala
Paikhala 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Paikhala is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Paikhala is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paikhala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paikhala 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 Paikhala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paikhala 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 Paikhala
Where is Paikhala located?
Paikhala village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paikhala?
The Gram Panchayat of Paikhala is Talada.
What is the pincode of Paikhala?
The pincode of Paikhala is 752119.
What is the population of Paikhala?
Paikhala has a total population of 595, including 310 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Paikhala?
There are 158 households in Paikhala.
What is the literacy rate in Paikhala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paikhala is 75.97%. Male literacy is 82.90% and female literacy is 68.42%.