Panasa - Gunupur, Rayagada
Panasa is a village situated in the Gunupur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Puttasing and around 93 km from Rayagada . Jaltar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panasa is 427180. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 765022 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Panasa 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 Panasa
As per Census 2011, Panasa village has a total population of 106 people, consisting of 57 males and 49 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 33 literate and 73 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 106 | 57 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 54 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 24 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 33 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Panasa
Panasa 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 Panasa
Public transport in the Panasa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gunupur to Panasa is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Panasa is about 93 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 Panasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panasa 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 Panasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panasa 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 Panasa
Where is Panasa located?
Panasa village is located in Gunupur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Panasa is Jaltar.
What is the pincode of Panasa?
The pincode of Panasa is 765022.
What is the population of Panasa?
Panasa has a total population of 106, including 57 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Panasa?
There are 20 households in Panasa.
What is the literacy rate in Panasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panasa is 31.13%. Male literacy is 42.11% and female literacy is 18.37%.