Penikona - Muniguda, Rayagada
Penikona is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Ambadala and around 65 km from Rayagada . Dangalodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Penikona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Penikona is 424752. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 91 km away.
Penikona 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.
Nearby Villages of Penikona
Penikona is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tanganapadar | North | 1.18 km |
| Dularigam | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Dingarapanga | East | 1.28 km |
| Turukupa | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Paritola | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Jagadalpur | South | 1.75 km |
| Landubari | North | 1.95 km |
| Udayapur | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Dumurigam | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Kotalabhata | North | 2.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Penikona
Penikona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Doikallu, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Penikona is about 91 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Penikona is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Penikona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Penikona 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Penikona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Penikona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Penikona
Where is Penikona located?
Penikona village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penikona?
The Gram Panchayat of Penikona is Dangalodi.
What is the pincode of Penikona?
The pincode of Penikona is 765020.