Pendri - Dhamdha, Durg
Pendri is a village situated in the Dhamdha tehsil of Durg district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamdha and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Durg. Pendri (k) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pendri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pendri is 442405. The village covers a total geographical area of 493.58 hectares and falls under the 491331 pincode. Dhamdha is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Pendri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Durg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pendri
As per Census 2011, Pendri village has a total population of 906 people, consisting of 438 males and 468 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 588 literate and 318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pendri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 906 | 438 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 56 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 341 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 97 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Pendri
Pendri 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 Pendri
Pendri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhamdha to Pendri is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Pendri is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pendri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pendri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pendri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pendri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pendri
Where is Pendri located?
Pendri village is located in Dhamdha Tehsil, Durg district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pendri?
The Gram Panchayat of Pendri is Pendri (k).
What is the pincode of Pendri?
The pincode of Pendri is 491331.
What is the population of Pendri?
Pendri has a total population of 906, including 438 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Pendri?
There are 153 households in Pendri.
What is the literacy rate in Pendri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pendri is 64.90%. Male literacy is 77.85% and female literacy is 52.78%.