Pendraban - Komna, Nuapada
Pendraban is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Pnendrawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pendraban village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pendraban is 421938. The village covers a total geographical area of 486 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Pendraban village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pendraban
As per Census 2011, Pendraban village has a total population of 2,140 people, consisting of 1,059 males and 1,081 females. The village has 531 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 332 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,020 literate and 1,120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 375 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,076 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pendraban are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,140 | 1,059 | 1,081 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 144 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 375 | 185 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,076 | 540 | 536 |
| Literate Population | 1,020 | 677 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,120 | 382 | 738 |
Nearby Villages of Pendraban
Pendraban 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 Pendraban
Pendraban is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khariar Road to Pendraban is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Pendraban is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pendraban
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pendraban 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 Pendraban
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pendraban 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pendraban
Where is Pendraban located?
Pendraban village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pendraban?
The Gram Panchayat of Pendraban is Pnendrawan.
What is the pincode of Pendraban?
The pincode of Pendraban is 766106.
What is the population of Pendraban?
Pendraban has a total population of 2,140, including 1,059 males and 1,081 females.
How many households are there in Pendraban?
There are 531 households in Pendraban.
What is the literacy rate in Pendraban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pendraban is 47.66%. Male literacy is 63.93% and female literacy is 31.73%.