Pandaripakhan - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Pandaripakhan is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Uchala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pandaripakhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pandaripakhan is 424144. The village covers a total geographical area of 297 hectares and falls under the 766019 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Pandaripakhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pandaripakhan
As per Census 2011, Pandaripakhan village has a total population of 693 people, consisting of 348 males and 345 females. The village has 168 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 319 literate and 374 illiterate residents. Additionally, 253 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 225 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pandaripakhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 693 | 348 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 124 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 225 | 112 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 200 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 148 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Pandaripakhan
Pandaripakhan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghantiguda | West | 1.52 km |
| Kumjor | South | 2.11 km |
| Talpadar | East | 2.19 km |
| Uchhala | North | 2.32 km |
| Pujhariguda | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Gopalpur | East | 3.68 km |
| Beherensil | North-West | 3.72 km |
| Pitabaspur | North | 3.90 km |
| Palas | South-West | 4.46 km |
| Chachiguda | South | 4.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pandaripakhan
Pandaripakhan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Pandaripakhan is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Pandaripakhan is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pandaripakhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pandaripakhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pandaripakhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pandaripakhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pandaripakhan
Where is Pandaripakhan located?
Pandaripakhan village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pandaripakhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Pandaripakhan is Uchala.
What is the pincode of Pandaripakhan?
The pincode of Pandaripakhan is 766019.
What is the population of Pandaripakhan?
Pandaripakhan has a total population of 693, including 348 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Pandaripakhan?
There are 168 households in Pandaripakhan.
What is the literacy rate in Pandaripakhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pandaripakhan is 46.03%. Male literacy is 57.47% and female literacy is 34.49%.