Phandiwaya - Bhopalpattnam, Bijapur
Phandiwaya is a village situated in the Bhopalpattnam tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhopalpattanam and around 129 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Sandra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phandiwaya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phandiwaya is 450689. The village covers a total geographical area of 1017.62 hectares and falls under the 494448 pincode. Bhopalpattanam is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Phandiwaya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phandiwaya
According to the 2011 Census, Phandiwaya village had a total population of 57 people, including 25 males and 32 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,280 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.00%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 56.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 57.
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 | 57 | 25 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 25 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 10 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Phandiwaya
Phandiwaya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pasewada | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Kokera | South | 3.25 km |
| Chipanpalli | West | 3.79 km |
| Uskameta | East | 4.57 km |
| Netiwada | North-East | 5.69 km |
| Gartul | South | 6.65 km |
| Netikakler | East | 7.39 km |
| Palse Gundi | South-East | 7.76 km |
| Pumbali | North-East | 8.17 km |
| Pengunda | North-East | 8.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phandiwaya
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Phandiwaya. The nearest railway station is Sirpur Town, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 131.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhopalpattanam to Phandiwaya is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Phandiwaya is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phandiwaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phandiwaya 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 Phandiwaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phandiwaya 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Phandiwaya
Where is Phandiwaya located?
Phandiwaya village is located in Bhopalpattnam Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phandiwaya?
The Gram Panchayat of Phandiwaya is Sandra.
What is the pincode of Phandiwaya?
The pincode of Phandiwaya is 494448.
What is the population of Phandiwaya?
Phandiwaya had a total population of 57, including 25 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Phandiwaya?
Phandiwaya had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phandiwaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phandiwaya was 64.00%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 56.67%.