Pukimaska - Kashipur, Rayagada
Pukimaska is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Manusgam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pukimaska village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pukimaska is 425811. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 88 km away.
Pukimaska 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 Pukimaska
According to the 2011 Census, Pukimaska village had a total population of 503 people, including 247 males and 256 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.65%, with male literacy at 62.44% and female literacy at 24.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 428.
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 | 503 | 247 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 50 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 428 | 209 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 123 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 124 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Pukimaska
Pukimaska 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 Pukimaska
Public transport in the Pukimaska is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Pukimaska is about 88 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Pukimaska is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pukimaska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pukimaska 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pukimaska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pukimaska 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 Pukimaska
Where is Pukimaska located?
Pukimaska village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pukimaska?
The Gram Panchayat of Pukimaska is Manusgam.
What is the pincode of Pukimaska?
The pincode of Pukimaska is 765015.
What is the population of Pukimaska?
Pukimaska had a total population of 503, including 247 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Pukimaska?
Pukimaska had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pukimaska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pukimaska was 42.65%. Male literacy was 62.44% and female literacy was 24.77%.