Penja - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Penja is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Dalikuji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Penja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Penja is 425144. The village covers a total geographical area of 628 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Penja 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 Penja
According to the 2011 Census, Penja village had a total population of 172 people, including 62 males and 110 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,774 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 5.67%, with male literacy at 7.84% and female literacy at 4.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 170.
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 | 172 | 62 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 11 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 62 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 58 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Penja
Penja 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 Penja
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Penja. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Penja.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Penja is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Penja is about 75 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 Penja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Penja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Penja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Penja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Penja
Where is Penja located?
Penja village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penja?
The Gram Panchayat of Penja is Dalikuji.
What is the pincode of Penja?
The pincode of Penja is 765019.
What is the population of Penja?
Penja had a total population of 172, including 62 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Penja?
Penja had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Penja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Penja was 5.67%. Male literacy was 7.84% and female literacy was 4.44%.