Palakhaman - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Palakhaman is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Singari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palakhaman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palakhaman is 425489. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 765016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Palakhaman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palakhaman
As per Census 2011, Palakhaman village has a total population of 269 people, consisting of 122 males and 147 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,204 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 119 literate and 150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palakhaman are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 269 | 122 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 24 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 70 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 52 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Palakhaman
Palakhaman is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chatapadar | West | 0.81 km |
| Sanabamunaguda | South | 1.29 km |
| Tikarapada | East | 1.33 km |
| Badababunaguda | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Karanja | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Arisakendu | South | 2.19 km |
| Tidimaska | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Hatimunda | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Tadomuhi | East | 2.76 km |
| Kamatana | South | 2.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palakhaman
Public transport in the Palakhaman is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bissamcuttack, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Palakhaman is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Palakhaman is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palakhaman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palakhaman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palakhaman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palakhaman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palakhaman
Where is Palakhaman located?
Palakhaman village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palakhaman?
The Gram Panchayat of Palakhaman is Singari.
What is the pincode of Palakhaman?
The pincode of Palakhaman is 765016.
What is the population of Palakhaman?
Palakhaman has a total population of 269, including 122 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Palakhaman?
There are 62 households in Palakhaman.
What is the literacy rate in Palakhaman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palakhaman is 44.24%. Male literacy is 57.38% and female literacy is 33.33%.