Perag - Kashipur, Rayagada
Perag is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Siripai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Perag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Perag is 425965. The village falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Perag 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 Perag
According to the 2011 Census, Perag village had a total population of 63 people, including 28 males and 35 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 6.98%, with male literacy at 11.11% and female literacy at 4.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 62.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 63 | 28 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 27 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 26 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Perag
Perag 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 Perag
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Perag. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Perag.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Perag is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Perag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Perag 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Perag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Perag 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Perag
Where is Perag located?
Perag village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Perag?
The Gram Panchayat of Perag is Siripai.
What is the pincode of Perag?
The pincode of Perag is 765015.
What is the population of Perag?
Perag had a total population of 63, including 28 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Perag?
Perag had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Perag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Perag was 6.98%. Male literacy was 11.11% and female literacy was 4.00%.