Pendrawan Village - Pithora, Mahasamund
Pendrawan is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Pendravan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pendrawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pendrawan is 446471. The village covers a total geographical area of 559.32 hectares and falls under the 492112 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pendrawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pendrawan
As per Census 2011, Pendrawan village has a total population of 1,480 people, consisting of 737 males and 743 females. The village has 392 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 886 literate and 594 illiterate residents. Additionally, 145 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 678 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pendrawan are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,480 | 737 | 743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 94 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 74 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 678 | 340 | 338 |
| Literate Population | 886 | 524 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 594 | 213 | 381 |
Nearby Villages of Pendrawan
Pendrawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamjuda | North | 1.63 km |
| Pandripani | West | 2.09 km |
| Nawagaon | East | 2.11 km |
| Mohgaon | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Anandipur(viran) | North | 2.66 km |
| Saldih | South | 2.69 km |
| Barikpali | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Nawagaon Tukda | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Deori | North | 3.14 km |
| Paterapali | North-West | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pendrawan
Pendrawan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Komakhan, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagbahara to Pendrawan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Pendrawan 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 Pendrawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pendrawan 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 Pendrawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pendrawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pendrawan
Where is Pendrawan located?
Pendrawan village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pendrawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Pendrawan is Pendravan.
What is the pincode of Pendrawan?
The pincode of Pendrawan is 492112.
What is the population of Pendrawan?
Pendrawan has a total population of 1,480, including 737 males and 743 females.
How many households are there in Pendrawan?
There are 392 households in Pendrawan.
What is the literacy rate in Pendrawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pendrawan is 59.86%. Male literacy is 71.10% and female literacy is 48.72%.