Pachamba - Pandhana, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Pachamba is a village situated in the Pandhana tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandhana and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Panchambha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pachamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pachamba is 506118. The village covers a total geographical area of 670.3 hectares and falls under the 450337 pincode. Pandhana is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Pachamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pachamba
As per Census 2011, Pachamba village has a total population of 1,065 people, consisting of 570 males and 495 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 651 literate and 414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 445 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pachamba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,065 | 570 | 495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 110 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 82 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 445 | 237 | 208 |
| Literate Population | 651 | 418 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 152 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Pachamba
Pachamba 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 Pachamba
Pachamba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Pandhana to Pachamba is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Pachamba is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pachamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pachamba 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 Pachamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pachamba 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 Pachamba
Where is Pachamba located?
Pachamba village is located in Pandhana Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pachamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Pachamba is Panchambha.
What is the pincode of Pachamba?
The pincode of Pachamba is 450337.
What is the population of Pachamba?
Pachamba has a total population of 1,065, including 570 males and 495 females.
How many households are there in Pachamba?
There are 216 households in Pachamba.
What is the literacy rate in Pachamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pachamba is 61.13%. Male literacy is 73.33% and female literacy is 47.07%.