Pinachanda - Usur, Bijapur
Pinachanda is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 100 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 133 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Udtapalla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pinachanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pinachanda is 450978. The village covers a total geographical area of 1246.35 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 213 km away.
Pinachanda 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 Pinachanda
According to the 2011 Census, Pinachanda village had a total population of 209 people, including 108 males and 101 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 8.96%, with male literacy at 12.50% and female literacy at 5.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 201.
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 | 209 | 108 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 201 | 103 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 13 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 95 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Pinachanda
Pinachanda 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 Pinachanda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pinachanda.
| 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 Pinachanda is about 213 km, with a usual travel time of around ~6.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Pinachanda is about 133 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pinachanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pinachanda 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 Pinachanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pinachanda 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 Pinachanda
Where is Pinachanda located?
Pinachanda village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pinachanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pinachanda is Udtapalla.
What is the pincode of Pinachanda?
The pincode of Pinachanda is 494447.
What is the population of Pinachanda?
Pinachanda had a total population of 209, including 108 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Pinachanda?
Pinachanda had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pinachanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pinachanda was 8.96%. Male literacy was 12.50% and female literacy was 5.15%.