Pankabadi - Gudari, Rayagada
Pankabadi is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Khariguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pankabadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pankabadi is 426859. The village covers a total geographical area of 513 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 121 km away.
Pankabadi 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 Pankabadi
According to the 2011 Census, Pankabadi village had a total population of 310 people, including 158 males and 152 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.35%, with male literacy at 80.77% and female literacy at 41.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 246.
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 | 310 | 158 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 28 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 246 | 124 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 105 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 53 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Pankabadi
Pankabadi 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 Pankabadi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pankabadi.
| 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 Pankabadi is about 121 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Pankabadi is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pankabadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pankabadi 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 Pankabadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pankabadi 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 Pankabadi
Where is Pankabadi located?
Pankabadi village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pankabadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pankabadi is Khariguda.
What is the pincode of Pankabadi?
The pincode of Pankabadi is 765026.
What is the population of Pankabadi?
Pankabadi had a total population of 310, including 158 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Pankabadi?
Pankabadi had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pankabadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pankabadi was 62.35%. Male literacy was 80.77% and female literacy was 41.88%.