Pankalagudi Village Overview
Pankalagudi is a village in Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It lies about 35 km from Chandrapur tehsil headquarters and around 95 km from Rayagada district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Bijapur is the Gram Panchayat for Pankalagudi village.
The sections below provide essential information about Pankalagudi village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pankalagudi is 425100. The village covers a geographical area of 173 hectares and has a pincode of 765020. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Location Map of Pankalagudi
Population & Demographics of Pankalagudi
This section provides population and demographic details of Pankalagudi village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 266 | 125 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 26 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 264 | 124 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 40 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 85 | 114 |
Key population details of Pankalagudi village are given below:
- Pankalagudi village is a small village with a total population of around 266, including approximately 125 males and 141 females, with a sex ratio of 1128 females per 1,000 males.
- Children aged 0–6 years form a notable share of the village population.
- 264 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Pankalagudi village is low, with a literacy rate of about 25.19%.
- There are around 66 households in Pankalagudi village.
Transport & Connectivity of Pankalagudi
Transport facilities help residents of Pankalagudi village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pankalagudi
The following villages are located close to Pankalagudi and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pankalagudi
- Where is Pankalagudi located?
- Pankalagudi village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pankalagudi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pankalagudi is Bijapur (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Pankalagudi?
- The pincode of Pankalagudi is 765020.
- What is the population of Pankalagudi?
- Pankalagudi has a total population of 266, including 125 males and 141 females.
- How many households are there in Pankalagudi?
- There are 66 households in Pankalagudi.
- What is the literacy rate in Pankalagudi?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pankalagudi is 25.19%. Male literacy is 32.00% and female literacy is 19.15%.