Panchakudi - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Panchakudi is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Parsali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchakudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchakudi is 425520. The village covers a total geographical area of 411 hectares and falls under the 765016 pincode. Kalyanasingpur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Panchakudi 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 Panchakudi
As per Census 2011, Panchakudi village has a total population of 326 people, consisting of 143 males and 183 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 1,279 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4 literate and 322 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 314 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchakudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 326 | 143 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 314 | 136 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 4 | - |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 139 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Panchakudi
Panchakudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paramali | West | 1.74 km |
| Bhaleri | North | 1.76 km |
| Patalamba | West | 2.36 km |
| Bariapada | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Tamakasil | West | 2.93 km |
| Patharagada | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Kansarikhal | West | 3.47 km |
| Tadingipai | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Sanadenganali | North | 3.54 km |
| Sanalitipali | South-West | 3.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panchakudi
Panchakudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 51.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kalyanasingpur to Panchakudi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Panchakudi is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchakudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchakudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Panchakudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchakudi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panchakudi
Where is Panchakudi located?
Panchakudi village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchakudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchakudi is Parsali.
What is the pincode of Panchakudi?
The pincode of Panchakudi is 765016.
What is the population of Panchakudi?
Panchakudi has a total population of 326, including 143 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Panchakudi?
There are 76 households in Panchakudi.