Pindrai - Shahpura, Jabalpur
Pindrai is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Saliwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pindrai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pindrai is 489613. The village covers a total geographical area of 466.9 hectares and falls under the 483119 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Pindrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pindrai
As per Census 2011, Pindrai village has a total population of 253 people, consisting of 124 males and 129 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 163 literate and 90 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pindrai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 253 | 124 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 89 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 35 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Pindrai
Pindrai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biruhala | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Maili | North | 2.04 km |
| Kuwakheda | East | 2.05 km |
| Mankendi | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Bharda | East | 2.82 km |
| Hinotiya | North-East | 3.21 km |
| Bamhori | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Khairi (bhairoghat) | North | 3.79 km |
| Kiwlari | East | 3.95 km |
| Gundrai | South-West | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pindrai
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Pindrai. The nearest railway station is Bikrampur, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.5 km.
| 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 Shahpura to Pindrai is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Pindrai is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pindrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pindrai 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 Pindrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pindrai 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 Pindrai
Where is Pindrai located?
Pindrai village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pindrai?
The Gram Panchayat of Pindrai is Saliwada.
What is the pincode of Pindrai?
The pincode of Pindrai is 483119.
What is the population of Pindrai?
Pindrai has a total population of 253, including 124 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Pindrai?
There are 64 households in Pindrai.
What is the literacy rate in Pindrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pindrai is 64.43%. Male literacy is 71.77% and female literacy is 57.36%.