Paikmal - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Paikmal is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Rairakhol and around 88 km from Sambalpur. Daincha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paikmal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paikmal is 382382. The village covers a total geographical area of 302 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Paikmal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paikmal
According to the 2011 Census, Paikmal village had a total population of 448 people, including 226 males and 222 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.75%, with male literacy at 91.41% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 95.
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 | 448 | 226 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 47 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 181 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 45 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Paikmal
Paikmal 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 Paikmal
Public transport in the Paikmal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Redhakhol to Paikmal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Paikmal is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paikmal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paikmal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paikmal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paikmal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Paikmal
Where is Paikmal located?
Paikmal village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paikmal?
The Gram Panchayat of Paikmal is Daincha.
What is the pincode of Paikmal?
The pincode of Paikmal is 768106.
What is the population of Paikmal?
Paikmal had a total population of 448, including 226 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Paikmal?
Paikmal had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paikmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paikmal was 85.75%. Male literacy was 91.41% and female literacy was 80.00%.