Pamed - Usur, Bijapur
Pamed is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Pamed village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pamed is 450963. The village covers a total geographical area of 2954.74 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 250 km away.
Pamed 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 Pamed
As per Census 2011, Pamed village has a total population of 708 people, consisting of 291 males and 417 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 1,432 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 384 literate and 324 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 390 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pamed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 708 | 291 | 417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 40 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 37 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 390 | 140 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 156 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 135 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Pamed
Pamed 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 Pamed
Pamed is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Jagdalpur to Pamed is about 250 km, with a usual travel time of around ~7.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Pamed is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pamed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pamed 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 Pamed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pamed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Pamed
Where is Pamed located?
Pamed village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pamed?
Pamed is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pamed?
The pincode of Pamed is 494447.
What is the population of Pamed?
Pamed has a total population of 708, including 291 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Pamed?
There are 138 households in Pamed.
What is the literacy rate in Pamed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pamed is 54.24%. Male literacy is 53.61% and female literacy is 54.68%.