Pongali - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Pongali is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Raskola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pongali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pongali is 425332. The village covers a total geographical area of 146 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Pongali 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 Pongali
According to the 2011 Census, Pongali village had a total population of 40 people, including 18 males and 22 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,222 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.43%, with male literacy at 35.29% and female literacy at 27.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
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 | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 12 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Pongali
Pongali 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 Pongali
Pongali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Pongali is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Pongali is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pongali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pongali 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pongali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pongali 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 Pongali
Where is Pongali located?
Pongali village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pongali?
The Gram Panchayat of Pongali is Raskola.
What is the pincode of Pongali?
The pincode of Pongali is 765019.
What is the population of Pongali?
Pongali had a total population of 40, including 18 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Pongali?
Pongali had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pongali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pongali was 31.43%. Male literacy was 35.29% and female literacy was 27.78%.