Pandiripada - Polasara, Ganjam
Pandiripada is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Pandiripada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pandiripada is 411519. The village covers a total geographical area of 237 hectares and falls under the 761105 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Pandiripada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pandiripada
According to the 2011 Census, Pandiripada village had a total population of 1,243 people, including 628 males and 615 females, living in 273 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.33%, with male literacy at 77.74% and female literacy at 62.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 230, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 63.
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 | 1,243 | 628 | 615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 80 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 109 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 27 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 756 | 426 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 487 | 202 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Pandiripada
Pandiripada 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 Pandiripada
Pandiripada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Polasara to Pandiripada is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Pandiripada is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pandiripada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pandiripada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pandiripada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pandiripada 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pandiripada
Where is Pandiripada located?
Pandiripada village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pandiripada?
Pandiripada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pandiripada?
The pincode of Pandiripada is 761105.
What is the population of Pandiripada?
Pandiripada had a total population of 1,243, including 628 males and 615 females.
How many households are there in Pandiripada?
Pandiripada had 273 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pandiripada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pandiripada was 70.33%. Male literacy was 77.74% and female literacy was 62.62%.