Pidariya - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Pidariya is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Pidaria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pidariya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pidariya is 503560. The village covers a total geographical area of 1499.61 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Morva is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Pidariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pidariya
As per Census 2011, Pidariya village has a total population of 3,407 people, consisting of 1,778 males and 1,629 females. The village has 633 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 750 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,152 literate and 2,255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 303 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,975 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pidariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,407 | 1,778 | 1,629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 750 | 402 | 348 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 303 | 164 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,975 | 1,551 | 1,424 |
| Literate Population | 1,152 | 735 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,255 | 1,043 | 1,212 |
Nearby Villages of Pidariya
Pidariya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sagnara | North | 2.20 km |
| Dala | South | 3.16 km |
| Bardaha | North | 3.42 km |
| Semra | West | 4.54 km |
| Darbari | North-West | 4.88 km |
| Rajasarai | South-West | 5.29 km |
| Pachuar | South | 5.31 km |
| Patharkati | East | 5.42 km |
| Boda | North | 5.60 km |
| Godawar | West | 5.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pidariya
Pidariya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gondwali, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Morva to Pidariya is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Pidariya is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pidariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pidariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pidariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pidariya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pidariya
Where is Pidariya located?
Pidariya village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pidariya?
The Gram Panchayat of Pidariya is Pidaria.
What is the pincode of Pidariya?
The pincode of Pidariya is 486882.
What is the population of Pidariya?
Pidariya has a total population of 3,407, including 1,778 males and 1,629 females.
How many households are there in Pidariya?
There are 633 households in Pidariya.
What is the literacy rate in Pidariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pidariya is 33.81%. Male literacy is 41.34% and female literacy is 25.60%.