Pengdhusi - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Pengdhusi is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Adri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pengdhusi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pengdhusi is 424450. The village covers a total geographical area of 383 hectares and falls under the 766026 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Pengdhusi 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 Pengdhusi
As per Census 2011, Pengdhusi village has a total population of 568 people, consisting of 285 males and 283 females. The village has 149 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 231 literate and 337 illiterate residents. Additionally, 281 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 284 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pengdhusi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 568 | 285 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 54 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 146 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 284 | 138 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 160 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 125 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Pengdhusi
Pengdhusi 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 Pengdhusi
Pengdhusi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Pengdhusi is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pengdhusi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pengdhusi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pengdhusi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pengdhusi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pengdhusi
Where is Pengdhusi located?
Pengdhusi village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pengdhusi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pengdhusi is Adri.
What is the pincode of Pengdhusi?
The pincode of Pengdhusi is 766026.
What is the population of Pengdhusi?
Pengdhusi has a total population of 568, including 285 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Pengdhusi?
There are 149 households in Pengdhusi.
What is the literacy rate in Pengdhusi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pengdhusi is 40.67%. Male literacy is 56.14% and female literacy is 25.09%.