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
According to the 2011 Census, Paikarapur village had a total population of 426 people, including 221 males and 205 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.42%, with male literacy at 62.12% and female literacy at 56.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 426 | 221 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 426, including 221 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Paikarapur?
Paikarapur had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paikarapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paikarapur was 59.42%. Male literacy was 62.12% and female literacy was 56.52%.