Pedawada - Darbha, Bastar
Pedawada is a village situated in the Darbha tehsil of Bastar district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darbha and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Jagdalpur. Kotamsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pedawada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pedawada is 449615. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.66 hectares and falls under the 494115 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Pedawada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagdalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pedawada
According to the 2011 Census, Pedawada village had a total population of 309 people, including 161 males and 148 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.24%, with male literacy at 54.69% and female literacy at 41.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 284.
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 | 309 | 161 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 33 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 284 | 146 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 70 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 91 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Pedawada
Pedawada 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 Pedawada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pedawada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagdalpur to Pedawada is about 32 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 Pedawada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pedawada 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 Pedawada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pedawada 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 Pedawada
Where is Pedawada located?
Pedawada village is located in Darbha Tehsil, Bastar district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pedawada?
The Gram Panchayat of Pedawada is Kotamsar.
What is the pincode of Pedawada?
The pincode of Pedawada is 494115.
What is the population of Pedawada?
Pedawada had a total population of 309, including 161 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Pedawada?
Pedawada had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pedawada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pedawada was 48.24%. Male literacy was 54.69% and female literacy was 41.73%.