Dandjamdi Kalan - Pendra Road, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi
Dandjamdi Kalan is a village situated in the Pendra Road tehsil of Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 66 km from Gaurella and around 65 km from Bilaspur. Puta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandjamdi Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandjamdi Kalan is 437509. The village covers a total geographical area of 1753.75 hectares and falls under the 495119 pincode. Pendra is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Dandjamdi Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dandjamdi Kalan
As per Census 2011, Dandjamdi Kalan village has a total population of 375 people, consisting of 194 males and 181 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 161 literate and 214 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 310 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandjamdi Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 375 | 194 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 310 | 163 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 114 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 80 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Dandjamdi Kalan
Dandjamdi Kalan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Poota | North | 3.72 km |
| Lusda | West | 4.00 km |
| Kenadand | South-West | 4.28 km |
| Tidi | North-East | 4.48 km |
| Katra | South-West | 5.13 km |
| Piparbahra | North-East | 5.31 km |
| Majhgawan | West | 5.67 km |
| Lamna | North-West | 5.86 km |
| Paharjamdi | South | 5.87 km |
| Ratkhandi | East | 5.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dandjamdi Kalan
Dandjamdi Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tenganmada, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.5 km.
| 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 Pendra to Dandjamdi Kalan is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Dandjamdi Kalan is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandjamdi Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandjamdi Kalan 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 Dandjamdi Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandjamdi Kalan 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 Dandjamdi Kalan
Where is Dandjamdi Kalan located?
Dandjamdi Kalan village is located in Pendra Road Tehsil, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandjamdi Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandjamdi Kalan is Puta.
What is the pincode of Dandjamdi Kalan?
The pincode of Dandjamdi Kalan is 495119.
What is the population of Dandjamdi Kalan?
Dandjamdi Kalan has a total population of 375, including 194 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Dandjamdi Kalan?
There are 88 households in Dandjamdi Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Dandjamdi Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandjamdi Kalan is 42.93%. Male literacy is 58.76% and female literacy is 25.97%.