Penigonda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Penigonda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kumardhamuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Penigonda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Penigonda is 425393. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Penigonda 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 Penigonda
According to the 2011 Census, Penigonda village had a total population of 84 people, including 42 males and 42 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.88%, with male literacy at 54.29% and female literacy at 6.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 84.
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 | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 19 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 23 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Penigonda
Penigonda 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 Penigonda
Public transport in the Penigonda 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 Penigonda is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Penigonda is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Penigonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Penigonda 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 Penigonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Penigonda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Penigonda
Where is Penigonda located?
Penigonda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penigonda?
The Gram Panchayat of Penigonda is Kumardhamuni.
What is the pincode of Penigonda?
The pincode of Penigonda is 765020.
What is the population of Penigonda?
Penigonda had a total population of 84, including 42 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Penigonda?
Penigonda had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Penigonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Penigonda was 30.88%. Male literacy was 54.29% and female literacy was 6.06%.