Pingabaru - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Pingabaru is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 43 km from Belaghar and around 163 km from Phulbani. Bhandarangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pingabaru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pingabaru is 417023. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Pingabaru 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 Pingabaru
According to the 2011 Census, Pingabaru village had a total population of 53 people, including 24 males and 29 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,208 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 2.13%, with male literacy at 4.55% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 23 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Pingabaru
Pingabaru 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 Pingabaru
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pingabaru.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Pingabaru is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Pingabaru is about 163 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pingabaru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pingabaru 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 Pingabaru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pingabaru 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 Pingabaru
Where is Pingabaru located?
Pingabaru village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pingabaru?
The Gram Panchayat of Pingabaru is Bhandarangi.
What is the pincode of Pingabaru?
The pincode of Pingabaru is 762107.
What is the population of Pingabaru?
Pingabaru had a total population of 53, including 24 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Pingabaru?
Pingabaru had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pingabaru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pingabaru was 2.13%. Male literacy was 4.55% and female literacy was 0.00%.