Pandkul - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Pandkul is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Chichia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pandkul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pandkul is 423905. The village covers a total geographical area of 176 hectares and falls under the 766029 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Pandkul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pandkul
As per Census 2011, Pandkul village has a total population of 837 people, consisting of 422 males and 415 females. The village has 196 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 435 literate and 402 illiterate residents. Additionally, 344 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pandkul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 837 | 422 | 415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 57 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 173 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 435 | 266 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 156 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Pandkul
Pandkul 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 Pandkul
Pandkul 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 Junagarh to Pandkul is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Pandkul 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 Pandkul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pandkul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pandkul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pandkul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pandkul
Where is Pandkul located?
Pandkul village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pandkul?
The Gram Panchayat of Pandkul is Chichia.
What is the pincode of Pandkul?
The pincode of Pandkul is 766029.
What is the population of Pandkul?
Pandkul has a total population of 837, including 422 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Pandkul?
There are 196 households in Pandkul.
What is the literacy rate in Pandkul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pandkul is 51.97%. Male literacy is 63.03% and female literacy is 40.72%.