Panimunda - Muniguda, Rayagada
Panimunda is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muniguda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sibapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panimunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panimunda is 424864. The village covers a total geographical area of 216 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Panimunda 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 Panimunda
According to the 2011 Census, Panimunda village had a total population of 306 people, including 148 males and 158 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.98%, with male literacy at 35.59% and female literacy at 17.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 185, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 120.
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 | 306 | 148 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 30 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 94 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 53 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 42 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 106 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Panimunda
Panimunda 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 Panimunda
Panimunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Panimunda.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Panimunda is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Panimunda is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panimunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panimunda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panimunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panimunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panimunda
Where is Panimunda located?
Panimunda village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panimunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Panimunda is Sibapadar.
What is the pincode of Panimunda?
The pincode of Panimunda is 765020.
What is the population of Panimunda?
Panimunda had a total population of 306, including 148 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Panimunda?
Panimunda had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panimunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panimunda was 25.98%. Male literacy was 35.59% and female literacy was 17.65%.