Pideli - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Pideli is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mundigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pideli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pideli is 416898. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Pideli 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 Pideli
According to the 2011 Census, Pideli village had a total population of 160 people, including 84 males and 76 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.58%, with male literacy at 70.42% and female literacy at 42.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 159.
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 | 160 | 84 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 83 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 50 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 34 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Pideli
Pideli 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 Pideli
Public transport in the Pideli 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 Phulabani to Pideli is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Pideli is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pideli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pideli 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 Pideli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pideli 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pideli
Where is Pideli located?
Pideli village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pideli?
The Gram Panchayat of Pideli is Mundigarh.
What is the pincode of Pideli?
The pincode of Pideli is 762107.
What is the population of Pideli?
Pideli had a total population of 160, including 84 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Pideli?
Pideli had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pideli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pideli was 57.58%. Male literacy was 70.42% and female literacy was 42.62%.