Penduralundi - Sanakhemundi, Ganjam
Penduralundi is a village situated in the Sanakhemundi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Hinjili and around 51 km from Chatrapur. Adapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Penduralundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Penduralundi is 412305. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 761102 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Penduralundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Penduralundi
According to the 2011 Census, Penduralundi village had a total population of 1,709 people, including 885 males and 824 females, living in 360 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.40%, with male literacy at 84.34% and female literacy at 57.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,709 | 885 | 824 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 87 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 29 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,101 | 673 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 608 | 212 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Penduralundi
Penduralundi 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 Penduralundi
Penduralundi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Digapahandi to Penduralundi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Penduralundi is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Penduralundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Penduralundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Penduralundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Penduralundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Penduralundi
Where is Penduralundi located?
Penduralundi village is located in Sanakhemundi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penduralundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Penduralundi is Adapada.
What is the pincode of Penduralundi?
The pincode of Penduralundi is 761102.
What is the population of Penduralundi?
Penduralundi had a total population of 1,709, including 885 males and 824 females.
How many households are there in Penduralundi?
Penduralundi had 360 households.
What is the literacy rate in Penduralundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Penduralundi was 71.40%. Male literacy was 84.34% and female literacy was 57.53%.