Pandoa - Jalog, Shimla
Pandoa is a village situated in the Jalog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 67 km from Shimla. Bag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pandoa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pandoa is 024154. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.87 hectares and falls under the 171019 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Pandoa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pandoa
According to the 2011 Census, Pandoa village had a total population of 128 people, including 57 males and 71 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,246 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.38%, with male literacy at 86.27% and female literacy at 59.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 128 | 57 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 6 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 44 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 13 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Pandoa
Pandoa 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 Pandoa
Pandoa 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 | 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 Shimla to Pandoa is about 67 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 Pandoa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pandoa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pandoa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pandoa 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pandoa
Where is Pandoa located?
Pandoa village is located in Jalog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pandoa?
The Gram Panchayat of Pandoa is Bag.
What is the pincode of Pandoa?
The pincode of Pandoa is 171019.
What is the population of Pandoa?
Pandoa had a total population of 128, including 57 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Pandoa?
Pandoa had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pandoa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pandoa was 72.38%. Male literacy was 86.27% and female literacy was 59.26%.