Papikona
Papikona is a village located in Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kalyanasingpur (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Rayagada . As per 2009 stats, Polama is the gram panchayat of Papikona village.
Papikona has its own place in the vibrant Rayagada region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Papikona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Papikona is 425650. The village spans a total geographical area of 461 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 765016. Rayagada is nearest town to Papikona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
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Population of Papikona
Below is a concise population overview of Papikona as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 375 | 174 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 337 | 156 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 161 | 191 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Papikona village:
- The total population of Papikona village is around 375, including approximately 174 males and 201 females, with a sex ratio of 1155 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 59 children aged 0–6 years in Papikona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Papikona village has 25 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 337 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Papikona village is about 6.13%, with male literacy at 7.47% and female literacy at 4.98%.
- There are around 95 households in Papikona village.
Connectivity of Papikona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Papikona. As per the 2011 stats, Papikona had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Papikona
Knowing the nearby villages of Papikona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Papikona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Papikona
- Where is Papikona located?
- Papikona village is situated in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, within the Rayagada district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Papikona?
- The Gram Panchayat of Papikona is Polama (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Papikona?
- The pincode of Papikona is 765016, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Papikona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Papikona is 375, with 174 males and 201 females.
- How many households are there in Papikona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Papikona village has a total of 95 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Papikona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Papikona is 6.13%. The male literacy rate is 7.47%, while the female literacy rate is 4.98%.