Panchupala - Delanga, Puri
Panchupala is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Delanga and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Gualipada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchupala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchupala is 408635. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 752016 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Panchupala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchupala
According to the 2011 Census, Panchupala village had a total population of 1,052 people, including 523 males and 529 females, living in 207 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.96%, with male literacy at 92.64% and female literacy at 77.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 120.
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 | 1,052 | 523 | 529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 61 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 52 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 802 | 428 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 95 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Panchupala
Panchupala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dampur | North-West | 0.90 km |
| Humar | South-East | 0.99 km |
| Rench(delanga) | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Thentana | South | 1.92 km |
| Beraboi | North | 2.04 km |
| Machhapara | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Gualipada | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Bramheswarpur | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Manijipur | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Hakapada | South-East | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panchupala
Panchupala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Delang, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Puri to Panchupala is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Panchupala is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchupala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchupala 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panchupala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchupala 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panchupala
Where is Panchupala located?
Panchupala village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchupala?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchupala is Gualipada.
What is the pincode of Panchupala?
The pincode of Panchupala is 752016.
What is the population of Panchupala?
Panchupala had a total population of 1,052, including 523 males and 529 females.
How many households are there in Panchupala?
Panchupala had 207 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panchupala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchupala was 84.96%. Male literacy was 92.64% and female literacy was 77.59%.