Paparamba - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Paparamba is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 53 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kumardhamuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paparamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paparamba is 425419. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Paparamba 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 Paparamba
According to the 2011 Census, Paparamba village had a total population of 187 people, including 83 males and 104 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,253 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.92%, with male literacy at 34.33% and female literacy at 21.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 138.
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 | 187 | 83 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 61 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 60 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Paparamba
Paparamba 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 Paparamba
Public transport in the Paparamba is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Paparamba is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Paparamba is about 49 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 Paparamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paparamba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paparamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paparamba 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 Paparamba
Where is Paparamba located?
Paparamba village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paparamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Paparamba is Kumardhamuni.
What is the pincode of Paparamba?
The pincode of Paparamba is 765019.
What is the population of Paparamba?
Paparamba had a total population of 187, including 83 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Paparamba?
Paparamba had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paparamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paparamba was 26.92%. Male literacy was 34.33% and female literacy was 21.35%.