Pendritarai - Dhamdha, Durg
Pendritarai is a village situated in the Dhamdha tehsil of Durg district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamdha and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Durg. Pendritarai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pendritarai is 442507. The village covers a total geographical area of 715.67 hectares and falls under the 491332 pincode. Dhamdha is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Pendritarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bemetara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Durg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pendritarai
According to the 2011 Census, Pendritarai village had a total population of 1,101 people, including 577 males and 524 females, living in 226 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.26%, with male literacy at 77.58% and female literacy at 57.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 877.
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 | 1,101 | 577 | 524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 82 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 877 | 454 | 423 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 643 | 384 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 193 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Pendritarai
Pendritarai 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 Pendritarai
Pendritarai 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 Pendritarai is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Pendritarai is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pendritarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pendritarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pendritarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pendritarai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pendritarai
Where is Pendritarai located?
Pendritarai village is located in Dhamdha Tehsil, Durg district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pendritarai?
Pendritarai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pendritarai?
The pincode of Pendritarai is 491332.
What is the population of Pendritarai?
Pendritarai had a total population of 1,101, including 577 males and 524 females.
How many households are there in Pendritarai?
Pendritarai had 226 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pendritarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pendritarai was 68.26%. Male literacy was 77.58% and female literacy was 57.94%.