Panduki - Majhgaon, West Singhbhum
Panduki is a village situated in the Majhgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 3 km from Majhgaon and around 65 km from Chaibasa. Majhgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panduki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panduki is 378507. The village covers a total geographical area of 222 hectares and falls under the 833214 pincode.
Panduki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panduki
According to the 2011 Census, Panduki village had a total population of 264 people, including 123 males and 141 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,146 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.60%, with male literacy at 59.80% and female literacy at 35.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 242.
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 | 264 | 123 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 21 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 112 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 61 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 62 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Panduki
Panduki 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 Panduki
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Panduki.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Chaibasa to Panduki 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 Panduki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panduki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panduki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panduki 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 Panduki
Where is Panduki located?
Panduki village is located in Majhgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panduki?
The Gram Panchayat of Panduki is Majhgaon.
What is the pincode of Panduki?
The pincode of Panduki is 833214.
What is the population of Panduki?
Panduki had a total population of 264, including 123 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Panduki?
Panduki had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panduki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panduki was 47.60%. Male literacy was 59.80% and female literacy was 35.85%.