Penda - Desaiganj (Vadasa), Gadchiroli
Penda is a village situated in the Desaiganj (Vadasa) tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Desaiganj (vadasa) and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Chop serves as the Gram Panchayat for Penda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Penda is 538479. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.76 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode.
Penda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Penda
Penda 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 Penda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Penda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gadchiroli to Penda is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Penda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Penda 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 Penda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Penda 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 Penda
Where is Penda located?
Penda village is located in Desaiganj (Vadasa) Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penda?
The Gram Panchayat of Penda is Chop.
What is the pincode of Penda?
The pincode of Penda is 441209.