Paikarapur - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Paikarapur is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Ramalenka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paikarapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paikarapur is 410235. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Paikarapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paikarapur
As per Census 2011, Paikarapur village has a total population of 426 people, consisting of 221 males and 205 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 227 literate and 199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paikarapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 426 | 221 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 123 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 98 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Paikarapur
Paikarapur 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 Paikarapur
Paikarapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Paikarapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Paikarapur is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Paikarapur is about 95 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 Paikarapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paikarapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paikarapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paikarapur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paikarapur
Where is Paikarapur located?
Paikarapur village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paikarapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Paikarapur is Ramalenka.
What is the pincode of Paikarapur?
The pincode of Paikarapur is 752032.
What is the population of Paikarapur?
Paikarapur has a total population of 426, including 221 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Paikarapur?
There are 90 households in Paikarapur.
What is the literacy rate in Paikarapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paikarapur is 53.29%. Male literacy is 55.66% and female literacy is 50.73%.