Pendrakhala - Mohana, Gajapati
Pendrakhala is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 109 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Luhagudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pendrakhala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pendrakhala is 413785. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 761015 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Pendrakhala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pendrakhala
According to the 2011 Census, Pendrakhala village had a total population of 97 people, including 51 males and 46 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.00%, with male literacy at 25.64% and female literacy at 13.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 97.
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 | 97 | 51 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 51 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 41 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Pendrakhala
Pendrakhala 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 Pendrakhala
Public transport in the Pendrakhala is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Digapahandi to Pendrakhala is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Pendrakhala is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pendrakhala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pendrakhala 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 Pendrakhala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pendrakhala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pendrakhala
Where is Pendrakhala located?
Pendrakhala village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pendrakhala?
The Gram Panchayat of Pendrakhala is Luhagudi.
What is the pincode of Pendrakhala?
The pincode of Pendrakhala is 761015.
What is the population of Pendrakhala?
Pendrakhala had a total population of 97, including 51 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Pendrakhala?
Pendrakhala had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pendrakhala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pendrakhala was 20.00%. Male literacy was 25.64% and female literacy was 13.89%.