Pedachanda - Usur, Bijapur
Pedachanda is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 92 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Daroli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pedachanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pedachanda is 450977. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.37 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 199 km away.
Pedachanda 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 Pedachanda
According to the 2011 Census, Pedachanda village had a total population of 176 people, including 87 males and 89 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 8.78%, with male literacy at 10.67% and female literacy at 6.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 154.
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 | 176 | 87 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 75 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 79 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Pedachanda
Pedachanda 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 Pedachanda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pedachanda.
| 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 Dantewada to Pedachanda is about 199 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Pedachanda is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pedachanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pedachanda 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 Pedachanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pedachanda 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 Pedachanda
Where is Pedachanda located?
Pedachanda village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pedachanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pedachanda is Daroli.
What is the pincode of Pedachanda?
The pincode of Pedachanda is 494447.
What is the population of Pedachanda?
Pedachanda had a total population of 176, including 87 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Pedachanda?
Pedachanda had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pedachanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pedachanda was 8.78%. Male literacy was 10.67% and female literacy was 6.85%.