Pandupani - Tiring, Mayurbhanj
Pandupani is a village situated in the Tiring tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiring and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Pandupani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pandupani is 387410. The village covers a total geographical area of 359 hectares and falls under the 757053 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Pandupani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pandupani
As per Census 2011, Pandupani village has a total population of 1,872 people, consisting of 1,004 males and 868 females. The village has 406 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 253 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,102 literate and 770 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,501 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pandupani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,872 | 1,004 | 868 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 127 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 47 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,501 | 819 | 682 |
| Literate Population | 1,102 | 728 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 770 | 276 | 494 |
Nearby Villages of Pandupani
Pandupani is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kayamdihi | South-West | 1.02 km |
| Badagobara | North | 1.20 km |
| Talasa | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Dinasasan | West | 1.97 km |
| Kasia | South | 1.99 km |
| Bankati | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Sidadihi | East | 2.20 km |
| Barudihi | South | 2.32 km |
| Podachakidi | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Poda | South-West | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pandupani
Pandupani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rairangpur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.4 km.
| 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 Rairangpur to Pandupani is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Pandupani is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pandupani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pandupani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pandupani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pandupani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pandupani
Where is Pandupani located?
Pandupani village is located in Tiring Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pandupani?
Pandupani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pandupani?
The pincode of Pandupani is 757053.
What is the population of Pandupani?
Pandupani has a total population of 1,872, including 1,004 males and 868 females.
How many households are there in Pandupani?
There are 406 households in Pandupani.
What is the literacy rate in Pandupani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pandupani is 58.87%. Male literacy is 72.51% and female literacy is 43.09%.