Pendra - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Pendra is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Alatara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pendra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pendra is 422442. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Pendra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pendra
As per Census 2011, Pendra village has a total population of 265 people, consisting of 121 males and 144 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 1,190 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 171 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 52 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pendra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 265 | 121 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 12 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 20 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 91 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 30 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Pendra
Pendra 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 Pendra
Pendra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Kesinga to Pendra is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Pendra is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pendra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pendra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pendra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pendra 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 Pendra
Where is Pendra located?
Pendra village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pendra?
The Gram Panchayat of Pendra is Alatara.
What is the pincode of Pendra?
The pincode of Pendra is 766102.
What is the population of Pendra?
Pendra has a total population of 265, including 121 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Pendra?
There are 79 households in Pendra.
What is the literacy rate in Pendra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pendra is 64.53%. Male literacy is 75.21% and female literacy is 55.56%.