Piskapanga - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Piskapanga is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Bishamakatak and around 90 km from Rayagada . Piskapanga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piskapanga is 425179. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Piskapanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piskapanga
According to the 2011 Census, Piskapanga village had a total population of 210 people, including 99 males and 111 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,121 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.21%, with male literacy at 79.75% and female literacy at 47.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 210 | 99 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 63 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 36 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Piskapanga
Piskapanga 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 Piskapanga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Piskapanga. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Piskapanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Piskapanga is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Piskapanga is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piskapanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piskapanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Piskapanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piskapanga 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 Piskapanga
Where is Piskapanga located?
Piskapanga village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piskapanga?
Piskapanga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piskapanga?
The pincode of Piskapanga is 765019.
What is the population of Piskapanga?
Piskapanga had a total population of 210, including 99 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Piskapanga?
Piskapanga had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piskapanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piskapanga was 62.21%. Male literacy was 79.75% and female literacy was 47.31%.