Pandairipi - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Pandairipi is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 250 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Durgapanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pandairipi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pandairipi is 417227. The village covers a total geographical area of 179 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Pandairipi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pandairipi
According to the 2011 Census, Pandairipi village had a total population of 226 people, including 125 males and 101 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 808 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.40%, with male literacy at 84.16% and female literacy at 60.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 79.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 226 | 125 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 24 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 50 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 85 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 40 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Pandairipi
Pandairipi 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 Pandairipi
Public transport in the Pandairipi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rayagada to Pandairipi is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Pandairipi is about 250 km, with the usual travel time around ~7.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pandairipi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pandairipi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pandairipi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pandairipi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pandairipi
Where is Pandairipi located?
Pandairipi village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pandairipi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pandairipi is Durgapanga.
What is the pincode of Pandairipi?
The pincode of Pandairipi is 762105.
What is the population of Pandairipi?
Pandairipi had a total population of 226, including 125 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Pandairipi?
Pandairipi had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pandairipi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pandairipi was 73.40%. Male literacy was 84.16% and female literacy was 60.92%.