Panchali - Kashipur, Rayagada
Panchali is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from Tikiri and around 48 km from Rayagada . Sankarada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchali is 426091. The village covers a total geographical area of 332 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Panchali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchali
As per Census 2011, Panchali village has a total population of 1,213 people, consisting of 592 males and 621 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 463 literate and 750 illiterate residents. Additionally, 566 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 637 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,213 | 592 | 621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 107 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 566 | 280 | 286 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 637 | 305 | 332 |
| Literate Population | 463 | 291 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 750 | 301 | 449 |
Nearby Villages of Panchali
Panchali 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 Panchali
Public transport in the Panchali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Panchali.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Panchali is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Panchali is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panchali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchali 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Panchali
Where is Panchali located?
Panchali village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchali?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchali is Sankarada.
What is the pincode of Panchali?
The pincode of Panchali is 765015.
What is the population of Panchali?
Panchali has a total population of 1,213, including 592 males and 621 females.
How many households are there in Panchali?
There are 311 households in Panchali.
What is the literacy rate in Panchali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchali is 38.17%. Male literacy is 49.16% and female literacy is 27.70%.