Pidelbaju - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Pidelbaju is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from Biswanathpur and around 52 km from Bhawanipatna. Kumkhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pidelbaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pidelbaju is 423184. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Pidelbaju 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 Pidelbaju
As per Census 2011, Pidelbaju village has a total population of 63 people, consisting of 24 males and 39 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 1,625 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 25 literate and 38 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pidelbaju are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 63 | 24 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 24 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 11 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Pidelbaju
Pidelbaju 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 Pidelbaju
Public transport in the Pidelbaju is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Pidelbaju is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Pidelbaju is about 52 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 Pidelbaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pidelbaju village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pidelbaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pidelbaju village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pidelbaju
Where is Pidelbaju located?
Pidelbaju village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pidelbaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Pidelbaju is Kumkhal.
What is the pincode of Pidelbaju?
The pincode of Pidelbaju is 766020.
What is the population of Pidelbaju?
Pidelbaju has a total population of 63, including 24 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Pidelbaju?
There are 17 households in Pidelbaju.
What is the literacy rate in Pidelbaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pidelbaju is 39.68%. Male literacy is 54.17% and female literacy is 30.77%.