Pinda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Pinda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Dukum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pinda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pinda is 425293. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 765018 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Pinda 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 Pinda
According to the 2011 Census, Pinda village had a total population of 126 people, including 61 males and 65 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,066 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.35%, with male literacy at 42.22% and female literacy at 29.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 126.
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 | 126 | 61 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 61 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 42 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Pinda
Pinda 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 Pinda
Public transport in the Pinda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pinda is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Pinda 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 Pinda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pinda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pinda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pinda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pinda
Where is Pinda located?
Pinda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pinda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pinda is Dukum.
What is the pincode of Pinda?
The pincode of Pinda is 765018.
What is the population of Pinda?
Pinda had a total population of 126, including 61 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Pinda?
Pinda had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pinda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pinda was 35.35%. Male literacy was 42.22% and female literacy was 29.63%.