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
As per Census 2011, Pankabadi village has a total population of 310 people, consisting of 158 males and 152 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 154 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 246 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pankabadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 310 | 158 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 28 | 35 |
| 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 has a total population of 310, including 158 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Pankabadi?
There are 65 households in Pankabadi.
What is the literacy rate in Pankabadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pankabadi is 49.68%. Male literacy is 66.46% and female literacy is 32.24%.