Pachama - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Pachama is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Pachama village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pachama is 490872. The village covers a total geographical area of 645.57 hectares and falls under the 487771 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Pachama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pachama
As per Census 2011, Pachama village has a total population of 2,284 people, consisting of 1,180 males and 1,104 females. The village has 524 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,471 literate and 813 illiterate residents. Additionally, 326 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pachama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,284 | 1,180 | 1,104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 146 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 177 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 1,471 | 839 | 632 |
| Illiterate Population | 813 | 341 | 472 |
Nearby Villages of Pachama
Pachama 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhatra | South | 1.49 km |
| Ghutango | North | 1.89 km |
| Bhamka | East | 2.03 km |
| Kharirua | West | 2.15 km |
| Ukasghat | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Kathotiya | North-East | 2.97 km |
| Amada | South | 3.40 km |
| Jhajhan Kheda | North | 3.82 km |
| Mohpa | West | 3.88 km |
| Siregoan | East | 3.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pachama
Pachama is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Salichauka Road, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarwara to Pachama is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Pachama is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pachama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pachama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pachama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pachama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pachama
Where is Pachama located?
Pachama village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pachama?
Pachama is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pachama?
The pincode of Pachama is 487771.
What is the population of Pachama?
Pachama has a total population of 2,284, including 1,180 males and 1,104 females.
How many households are there in Pachama?
There are 524 households in Pachama.
What is the literacy rate in Pachama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pachama is 64.40%. Male literacy is 71.10% and female literacy is 57.25%.