Pandoba - Balijana, Goalpara
Pandoba is a village situated in the Balijana subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balijana and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Marukhetri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pandoba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pandoba is 282114. The village covers a total geographical area of 369.61 hectares and falls under the 783120 pincode. Goalpara is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Pandoba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goalpara West Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gauhati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pandoba
As per Census 2011, Pandoba village has a total population of 2,361 people, consisting of 1,189 males and 1,172 females. The village has 463 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 439 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,127 literate and 1,234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 319 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pandoba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,361 | 1,189 | 1,172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 439 | 208 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 51 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 319 | 159 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 1,127 | 628 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,234 | 561 | 673 |
Nearby Villages of Pandoba
Pandoba 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 Pandoba
Pandoba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Goalpara to Pandoba is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pandoba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pandoba 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pandoba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pandoba 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pandoba
Where is Pandoba located?
Pandoba village is located in Balijana Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pandoba?
The Gram Panchayat of Pandoba is Marukhetri.
What is the pincode of Pandoba?
The pincode of Pandoba is 783120.
What is the population of Pandoba?
Pandoba has a total population of 2,361, including 1,189 males and 1,172 females.
How many households are there in Pandoba?
There are 463 households in Pandoba.
What is the literacy rate in Pandoba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pandoba is 47.73%. Male literacy is 52.82% and female literacy is 42.58%.