Pidilipanga - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Pidilipanga is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 100 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Raskola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pidilipanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pidilipanga is 425272. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Pidilipanga 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 Pidilipanga
As per Census 2011, Pidilipanga village has a total population of 159 people, consisting of 70 males and 89 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,271 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pidilipanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 159 | 70 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 60 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 12 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 58 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Pidilipanga
Pidilipanga 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 Pidilipanga
Public transport in the Pidilipanga is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Pidilipanga is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Pidilipanga is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pidilipanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pidilipanga 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 Pidilipanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pidilipanga 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 Pidilipanga
Where is Pidilipanga located?
Pidilipanga village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pidilipanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Pidilipanga is Raskola.
What is the pincode of Pidilipanga?
The pincode of Pidilipanga is 765019.
What is the population of Pidilipanga?
Pidilipanga has a total population of 159, including 70 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Pidilipanga?
There are 39 households in Pidilipanga.
What is the literacy rate in Pidilipanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pidilipanga is 9.43%. Male literacy is 17.14% and female literacy is 3.37%.