Pandripani - Patnagarh, Balangir
Pandripani is a village situated in the Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patnagarh and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Dangbahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pandripani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pandripani is 420516. The village covers a total geographical area of 870 hectares and falls under the 767025 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Pandripani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pandripani
According to the 2011 Census, Pandripani village had a total population of 404 people, including 204 males and 200 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.46%, with male literacy at 56.42% and female literacy at 36.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 153.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 404 | 204 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 153 | 80 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 101 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 103 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Pandripani
Pandripani 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 Pandripani
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Pandripani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Patnagarh to Pandripani is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Pandripani is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pandripani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pandripani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pandripani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pandripani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pandripani
Where is Pandripani located?
Pandripani village is located in Patnagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pandripani?
The Gram Panchayat of Pandripani is Dangbahal.
What is the pincode of Pandripani?
The pincode of Pandripani is 767025.
What is the population of Pandripani?
Pandripani had a total population of 404, including 204 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Pandripani?
Pandripani had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pandripani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pandripani was 46.46%. Male literacy was 56.42% and female literacy was 36.21%.