Parichaguda Village - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Parichaguda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chancharaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parichaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parichaguda is 425238. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Parichaguda 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 Parichaguda
As per Census 2011, Parichaguda village has a total population of 244 people, consisting of 115 males and 129 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,121 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 85 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 88 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parichaguda are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 244 | 115 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 44 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 53 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 62 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Parichaguda
Parichaguda 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 Parichaguda
Public transport in the Parichaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Parichaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Parichaguda is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Parichaguda is about 50 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 Parichaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parichaguda 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 Parichaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parichaguda 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 Parichaguda
Where is Parichaguda located?
Parichaguda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parichaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Parichaguda is Chancharaguda.
What is the pincode of Parichaguda?
The pincode of Parichaguda is 765019.
What is the population of Parichaguda?
Parichaguda has a total population of 244, including 115 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Parichaguda?
There are 62 households in Parichaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Parichaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parichaguda is 34.84%. Male literacy is 46.09% and female literacy is 24.81%.