Parichadhei - Gop, Puri
Parichadhei is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Bantaligram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parichadhei village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parichadhei is 409457. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 752004 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Parichadhei village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parichadhei
According to the 2011 Census, Parichadhei village had a total population of 65 people, including 24 males and 41 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,708 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 70.27%.
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 | 65 | 24 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 5 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Parichadhei
Parichadhei 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chadheigan | South | 0.74 km |
| Nagapur | South-East | 1.42 km |
| Kuanpada | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Kosalada | North-East | 1.53 km |
| Lunahar | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Tilipadagarh | North | 1.63 km |
| Bankipur | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Solapur | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Madaranga | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Bhadis | West | 2.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parichadhei
Parichadhei is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sakhi Gopal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.3 km.
| 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 Parichadhei is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Parichadhei is about 29 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 Parichadhei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parichadhei village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Parichadhei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parichadhei 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 Parichadhei
Where is Parichadhei located?
Parichadhei village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parichadhei?
The Gram Panchayat of Parichadhei is Bantaligram.
What is the pincode of Parichadhei?
The pincode of Parichadhei is 752004.
What is the population of Parichadhei?
Parichadhei had a total population of 65, including 24 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Parichadhei?
Parichadhei had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parichadhei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parichadhei was 75.00%. Male literacy was 82.61% and female literacy was 70.27%.