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
As per Census 2011, Pideli village has a total population of 160 people, consisting of 84 males and 76 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 76 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 159 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pideli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 160 | 84 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| 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 has a total population of 160, including 84 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Pideli?
There are 35 households in Pideli.
What is the literacy rate in Pideli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pideli is 47.50%. Male literacy is 59.52% and female literacy is 34.21%.