Pandhurna - Darwha, Yavatmal
Pandhurna is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Pandurna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pandhurna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pandhurna is 542633. The village covers a total geographical area of 497.14 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Pandhurna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pandhurna
As per Census 2011, Pandhurna village has a total population of 1,177 people, consisting of 618 males and 559 females. The village has 266 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 805 literate and 372 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pandhurna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,177 | 618 | 559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 80 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 96 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 805 | 464 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 154 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Pandhurna
Pandhurna 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 Pandhurna
Pandhurna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darwha to Pandhurna is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Pandhurna is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pandhurna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pandhurna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pandhurna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pandhurna 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pandhurna
Where is Pandhurna located?
Pandhurna village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pandhurna?
The Gram Panchayat of Pandhurna is Pandurna.
What is the pincode of Pandhurna?
The pincode of Pandhurna is 445202.
What is the population of Pandhurna?
Pandhurna has a total population of 1,177, including 618 males and 559 females.
How many households are there in Pandhurna?
There are 266 households in Pandhurna.
What is the literacy rate in Pandhurna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pandhurna is 68.39%. Male literacy is 75.08% and female literacy is 61.00%.