Pando - Harrai, Chhindwara
Pando is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Marhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pando village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pando is 494030. The village covers a total geographical area of 1565.88 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Pando village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pando
According to the 2011 Census, Pando village had a total population of 263 people, including 126 males and 137 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.77%, with male literacy at 32.58% and female literacy at 29.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 262.
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 | 263 | 126 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 262 | 125 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 97 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Pando
Pando 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khamarpani | South | 2.43 km |
| Madhi | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Bhilmadhana | North | 4.63 km |
| Ghaghar Pani | South-West | 4.85 km |
| Ghumar | South | 4.85 km |
| Chilak | South | 4.96 km |
| Chargaon | East | 5.42 km |
| Rawalghondi | South-West | 5.48 km |
| Purpural | South | 5.91 km |
| Batkagarh | South | 6.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pando
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pando. The nearest railway station is Salichauka Road, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Harrai to Pando is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Pando is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pando
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pando 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pando
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pando village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pando
Where is Pando located?
Pando village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pando?
The Gram Panchayat of Pando is Marhi.
What is the pincode of Pando?
The pincode of Pando is 480224.
What is the population of Pando?
Pando had a total population of 263, including 126 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Pando?
Pando had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pando?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pando was 30.77%. Male literacy was 32.58% and female literacy was 29.25%.