Pretandih Village - Saraipali, Mahasamund
Pretandih is a village situated in the Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraipali and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Pretendih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pretandih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pretandih is 445894. The village covers a total geographical area of 258.63 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Pretandih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraipali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pretandih
As per Census 2011, Pretandih village has a total population of 752 people, consisting of 385 males and 367 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 479 literate and 273 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 239 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pretandih are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 752 | 385 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 64 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 239 | 122 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 283 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 102 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Pretandih
Pretandih 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagaijor | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Kotendarha | North | 1.80 km |
| Kendudhar | East | 2.07 km |
| Koliyaridih | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Kankewa | West | 2.54 km |
| Mokhaputka | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Barihapali | South | 2.92 km |
| Medhapali | North-West | 3.50 km |
| Chhirralewa | North | 3.61 km |
| Balsi | South-East | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pretandih
Pretandih 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 56.5 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 Saraipali to Pretandih is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Pretandih is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pretandih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pretandih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pretandih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pretandih 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pretandih
Where is Pretandih located?
Pretandih village is located in Saraipali Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pretandih?
The Gram Panchayat of Pretandih is Pretendih.
What is the pincode of Pretandih?
The pincode of Pretandih is 493558.
What is the population of Pretandih?
Pretandih has a total population of 752, including 385 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Pretandih?
There are 206 households in Pretandih.
What is the literacy rate in Pretandih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pretandih is 63.70%. Male literacy is 73.51% and female literacy is 53.41%.