Pendalaya - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Pendalaya is a village situated in the Sironcha tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironcha and around 282 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Patagudam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pendalaya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pendalaya is 540106. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.55 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Warangal is the nearest town, located about 164 km away.
Pendalaya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pendalaya
As per Census 2011, Pendalaya village has a total population of 195 people, consisting of 100 males and 95 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 89 literate and 106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 164 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pendalaya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 195 | 100 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 80 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 51 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 49 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Pendalaya
Pendalaya 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 Pendalaya
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pendalaya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Warangal to Pendalaya is about 164 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Pendalaya is about 282 km, with the usual travel time around ~8.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pendalaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pendalaya 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 Pendalaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pendalaya 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 Pendalaya
Where is Pendalaya located?
Pendalaya village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pendalaya?
The Gram Panchayat of Pendalaya is Patagudam.
What is the pincode of Pendalaya?
The pincode of Pendalaya is 442504.
What is the population of Pendalaya?
Pendalaya has a total population of 195, including 100 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Pendalaya?
There are 36 households in Pendalaya.
What is the literacy rate in Pendalaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pendalaya is 45.64%. Male literacy is 51.00% and female literacy is 40.00%.