Penikona
About Penikona
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Penikona village is 426611. Penikona village is located in Seskhal tehsil of Rayagada district in Odisha, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Seskhal (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Rayagada . As per 2009 stats, Dangalodi is the gram panchayat of Penikona village.
The total geographical area of village is 411 hectares. Penikona has a total population of 852 peoples, out of which male population is 475 while female population is 377. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 793 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of penikona village is 56.34% out of which 73.89% males and 34.22% females are literate. There are about 118 houses in penikona village. Pincode of penikona village locality is 765017.
Rayagada is nearest town to penikona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
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Population of Penikona
The population details of Penikona cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 852 | 475 | 377 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 100 | 44 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 114 | 67 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 724 | 402 | 322 |
| Literate Population | 480 | 351 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 124 | 248 |
Connectivity of Penikona
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Penikona
Where is Penikona located?
Penikona village is situated in Seskhal Tehsil, within the Rayagada district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penikona?
The Gram Panchayat of Penikona is Dangalodi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Penikona?
The pincode of Penikona is 765017, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Penikona as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Penikona is 852, with 475 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Penikona as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Penikona village has a total of 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Penikona as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Penikona is 56.34%. The male literacy rate is 73.89%, while the female literacy rate is 34.22%.