Pachama - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Pachama is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Shri Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pachama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pachama is 490667. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.14 hectares and falls under the 487118 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 9 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 Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pachama
As per Census 2011, Pachama village has a total population of 350 people, consisting of 190 males and 160 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 842 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 221 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pachama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 350 | 190 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 33 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 221 | 131 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 59 | 70 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madanpur | South | 1.60 km |
| Shri Nagar | East | 1.84 km |
| Bakori | West | 2.49 km |
| Mawai(b) | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Bagaspur | North | 3.15 km |
| Gourtala | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Gunji | North-East | 3.44 km |
| Barpani | West | 3.84 km |
| Kutri | West | 3.95 km |
| Ratomati | East | 4.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pachama
Pachama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shridham, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gotegaon to Pachama is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Pachama is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pachama
Where is Pachama located?
Pachama village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pachama?
The Gram Panchayat of Pachama is Shri Nagar.
What is the pincode of Pachama?
The pincode of Pachama is 487118.
What is the population of Pachama?
Pachama has a total population of 350, including 190 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Pachama?
There are 75 households in Pachama.
What is the literacy rate in Pachama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pachama is 63.14%. Male literacy is 68.95% and female literacy is 56.25%.