Pedawalda - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Pedawalda is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Pedavalda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pedawalda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pedawalda is 428835. The village covers a total geographical area of 234 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Pedawalda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pedawalda
As per Census 2011, Pedawalda village has a total population of 800 people, consisting of 399 males and 401 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 162 literate and 638 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 778 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pedawalda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 800 | 399 | 401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 101 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 778 | 387 | 391 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 95 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 638 | 304 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Pedawalda
Pedawalda 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 Pedawalda
Pedawalda 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 Rayagada to Pedawalda is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Pedawalda is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pedawalda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pedawalda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pedawalda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pedawalda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pedawalda
Where is Pedawalda located?
Pedawalda village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pedawalda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pedawalda is Pedavalda.
What is the pincode of Pedawalda?
The pincode of Pedawalda is 764027.
What is the population of Pedawalda?
Pedawalda has a total population of 800, including 399 males and 401 females.
How many households are there in Pedawalda?
There are 118 households in Pedawalda.
What is the literacy rate in Pedawalda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pedawalda is 20.25%. Male literacy is 23.81% and female literacy is 16.71%.