Panasaguda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Panasaguda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 66 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bissamcuttack serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panasaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panasaguda is 425300. The village covers a total geographical area of 120 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Panasaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panasaguda
As per Census 2011, Panasaguda village has a total population of 130 people, consisting of 59 males and 71 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,203 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 23 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panasaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 130 | 59 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 59 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 45 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Panasaguda
Panasaguda 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 Panasaguda
Panasaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Panasaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Panasaguda is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Panasaguda is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panasaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panasaguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panasaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panasaguda 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 Panasaguda
Where is Panasaguda located?
Panasaguda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panasaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Panasaguda is Bissamcuttack.
What is the pincode of Panasaguda?
The pincode of Panasaguda is 765019.
What is the population of Panasaguda?
Panasaguda has a total population of 130, including 59 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Panasaguda?
There are 29 households in Panasaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Panasaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panasaguda is 17.69%. Male literacy is 23.73% and female literacy is 12.68%.