Pandia Village - Purushottampur, Ganjam
Pandia is a village situated in the Purushottampur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Purusottampur and around 45 km from Chatrapur. Pandia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pandia is 412227. The village covers a total geographical area of 418 hectares and falls under the 761043 pincode. Purusottampur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Pandia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pandia
As per Census 2011, Pandia village has a total population of 4,675 people, consisting of 2,276 males and 2,399 females. The village has 1,020 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 550 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,899 literate and 1,776 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,444 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pandia are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,675 | 2,276 | 2,399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 550 | 275 | 275 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,444 | 690 | 754 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,899 | 1,607 | 1,292 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,776 | 669 | 1,107 |
Nearby Villages of Pandia
Pandia 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 Pandia
Pandia 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 5-10 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 Purusottampur to Pandia is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Pandia is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pandia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pandia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pandia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pandia 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pandia
Where is Pandia located?
Pandia village is located in Purushottampur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pandia?
Pandia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pandia?
The pincode of Pandia is 761043.
What is the population of Pandia?
Pandia has a total population of 4,675, including 2,276 males and 2,399 females.
How many households are there in Pandia?
There are 1,020 households in Pandia.
What is the literacy rate in Pandia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pandia is 62.01%. Male literacy is 70.61% and female literacy is 53.86%.