Pandragandi - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Pandragandi is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 73 km from Jharigan and around 73 km from Nabarangapur . Chitabeda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pandragandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pandragandi is 427519. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 764076 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Pandragandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pandragandi
As per Census 2011, Pandragandi village has a total population of 229 people, consisting of 115 males and 114 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 160 illiterate residents. Additionally, 159 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pandragandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 229 | 115 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 81 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 44 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 71 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Pandragandi
Pandragandi 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 Pandragandi
Public transport in the Pandragandi 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Pandragandi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Pandragandi is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pandragandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pandragandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pandragandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pandragandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pandragandi
Where is Pandragandi located?
Pandragandi village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pandragandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pandragandi is Chitabeda.
What is the pincode of Pandragandi?
The pincode of Pandragandi is 764076.
What is the population of Pandragandi?
Pandragandi has a total population of 229, including 115 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Pandragandi?
There are 55 households in Pandragandi.
What is the literacy rate in Pandragandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pandragandi is 30.13%. Male literacy is 38.26% and female literacy is 21.93%.