Papikhal - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Papikhal is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Dumurunelli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Papikhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papikhal is 425378. The village covers a total geographical area of 269 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Papikhal 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 Papikhal
As per Census 2011, Papikhal village has a total population of 322 people, consisting of 156 males and 166 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 21 literate and 301 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 299 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Papikhal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 322 | 156 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 41 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 7 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 299 | 149 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 16 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 140 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Papikhal
Papikhal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Norora (nauara) | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Railima | West | 1.62 km |
| Podabai | East | 1.73 km |
| Pindapalipadar | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Patharagada | North | 2.22 km |
| Poligam | West | 2.53 km |
| Musudi | South | 2.57 km |
| Kurubelipadar | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Podibhata | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Karkona | South | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Papikhal
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Papikhal. The nearest railway station is Bissamcuttack, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.3 km.
| 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 Gunupur to Papikhal is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Papikhal is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Papikhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papikhal 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 Papikhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papikhal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Papikhal
Where is Papikhal located?
Papikhal village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Papikhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Papikhal is Dumurunelli.
What is the pincode of Papikhal?
The pincode of Papikhal is 765019.
What is the population of Papikhal?
Papikhal has a total population of 322, including 156 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Papikhal?
There are 84 households in Papikhal.
What is the literacy rate in Papikhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papikhal is 6.52%. Male literacy is 10.26% and female literacy is 3.01%.