Niktimal (Parimunda) - Bamara, Sambalpur
Niktimal (Parimunda) is a village situated in the Bamara tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Mahulpalli and around 120 km from Sambalpur. Kaseibahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Niktimal (Parimunda) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Niktimal (Parimunda) is 381358. The village covers a total geographical area of 1008 hectares and falls under the 768228 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Niktimal (Parimunda) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Niktimal (Parimunda)
As per Census 2011, Niktimal (Parimunda) village has a total population of 962 people, consisting of 484 males and 478 females. The village has 235 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 542 literate and 420 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 591 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Niktimal (Parimunda) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 962 | 484 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 53 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 74 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 591 | 301 | 290 |
| Literate Population | 542 | 321 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 163 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Niktimal (Parimunda)
Niktimal (Parimunda) 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 Niktimal (Parimunda)
Public transport in the Niktimal (Parimunda) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Niktimal (Parimunda) is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Niktimal (Parimunda) is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Niktimal (Parimunda)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Niktimal (Parimunda) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Niktimal (Parimunda)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Niktimal (Parimunda) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Niktimal (Parimunda)
Where is Niktimal (Parimunda) located?
Niktimal (Parimunda) village is located in Bamara Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Niktimal (Parimunda)?
The Gram Panchayat of Niktimal (Parimunda) is Kaseibahal.
What is the pincode of Niktimal (Parimunda)?
The pincode of Niktimal (Parimunda) is 768228.
What is the population of Niktimal (Parimunda)?
Niktimal (Parimunda) has a total population of 962, including 484 males and 478 females.
How many households are there in Niktimal (Parimunda)?
There are 235 households in Niktimal (Parimunda).
What is the literacy rate in Niktimal (Parimunda)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Niktimal (Parimunda) is 56.34%. Male literacy is 66.32% and female literacy is 46.23%.