Penta - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Penta is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bhetiapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Penta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Penta is 425415. The village covers a total geographical area of 161 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Penta 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 Penta
As per Census 2011, Penta village has a total population of 277 people, consisting of 148 males and 129 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 174 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Penta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 277 | 148 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 18 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 54 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 92 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 67 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 81 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Penta
Penta 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 Penta
Public transport in the Penta 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 Penta is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Penta 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 Penta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Penta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Penta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Penta 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Penta
Where is Penta located?
Penta village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penta?
The Gram Panchayat of Penta is Bhetiapada.
What is the pincode of Penta?
The pincode of Penta is 765019.
What is the population of Penta?
Penta has a total population of 277, including 148 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Penta?
There are 67 households in Penta.
What is the literacy rate in Penta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Penta is 37.18%. Male literacy is 45.27% and female literacy is 27.91%.