Pendhardevi - Kaprada, Valsad
Pendhardevi is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Pendhardevi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pendhardevi is 523589. The village covers a total geographical area of 687.46 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Selvas is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Pendhardevi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pendhardevi
According to the 2011 Census, Pendhardevi village had a total population of 1,974 people, including 980 males and 994 females, living in 282 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.41%, with male literacy at 61.41% and female literacy at 43.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,973.
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 | 1,974 | 980 | 994 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 375 | 187 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,973 | 979 | 994 |
| Literate Population | 838 | 487 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,136 | 493 | 643 |
Nearby Villages of Pendhardevi
Pendhardevi 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 Pendhardevi
Pendhardevi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Selvas to Pendhardevi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Pendhardevi is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pendhardevi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pendhardevi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pendhardevi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pendhardevi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pendhardevi
Where is Pendhardevi located?
Pendhardevi village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pendhardevi?
Pendhardevi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pendhardevi?
The pincode of Pendhardevi is 396067.
What is the population of Pendhardevi?
Pendhardevi had a total population of 1,974, including 980 males and 994 females.
How many households are there in Pendhardevi?
Pendhardevi had 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pendhardevi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pendhardevi was 52.41%. Male literacy was 61.41% and female literacy was 43.55%.