Pendri Kalan - Kunda, Kabeerdham
Pendri Kalan is a village situated in the Kunda tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from Pandariya and around 35 km from Kawardha. Pendrikala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pendri Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pendri Kalan is 439977. The village covers a total geographical area of 604 hectares and falls under the 491559 pincode. Pandariya is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Pendri 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 Pandariya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pendri Kalan
As per Census 2011, Pendri Kalan village has a total population of 1,757 people, consisting of 880 males and 877 females. The village has 346 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 318 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 930 literate and 827 illiterate residents. Additionally, 262 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pendri Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,757 | 880 | 877 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 149 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 130 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 930 | 568 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 827 | 312 | 515 |
Nearby Villages of Pendri Kalan
Pendri Kalan 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 Kalan
Pendri Kalan 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 Pandariya to Pendri Kalan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Pendri Kalan is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pendri Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pendri Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pendri 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 Pendri Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pendri Kalan
Where is Pendri Kalan located?
Pendri Kalan village is located in Kunda Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pendri Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Pendri Kalan is Pendrikala.
What is the pincode of Pendri Kalan?
The pincode of Pendri Kalan is 491559.
What is the population of Pendri Kalan?
Pendri Kalan has a total population of 1,757, including 880 males and 877 females.
How many households are there in Pendri Kalan?
There are 346 households in Pendri Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Pendri Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pendri Kalan is 52.93%. Male literacy is 64.55% and female literacy is 41.28%.