Pandol - Dalhousie, Chamba
Pandol is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Sherpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pandol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pandol is 007429. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.03 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Pandol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pandol
According to the 2011 Census, Pandol village had a total population of 94 people, including 51 males and 43 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 843 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.31%, with male literacy at 87.80% and female literacy at 62.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 81.
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 | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 36 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 15 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Pandol
Pandol 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 Pandol
Pandol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalhousie to Pandol is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Pandol is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pandol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pandol 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pandol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pandol 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pandol
Where is Pandol located?
Pandol village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pandol?
The Gram Panchayat of Pandol is Sherpur.
What is the pincode of Pandol?
The pincode of Pandol is 176303.
What is the population of Pandol?
Pandol had a total population of 94, including 51 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Pandol?
Pandol had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pandol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pandol was 75.31%. Male literacy was 87.80% and female literacy was 62.50%.