Bada Pandrakhal - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Bada Pandrakhal is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Muniguda and around 100 km from Rayagada . Dangasorada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bada Pandrakhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bada Pandrakhal is 425000. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Bada Pandrakhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bada Pandrakhal
According to the 2011 Census, Bada Pandrakhal village had a total population of 428 people, including 228 males and 200 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.31%, with male literacy at 25.43% and female literacy at 11.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
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 | 428 | 228 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 55 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 96 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 44 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 184 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Bada Pandrakhal
Bada Pandrakhal 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 Bada Pandrakhal
Bada Pandrakhal 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 Bada Pandrakhal is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bada Pandrakhal is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bada Pandrakhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bada Pandrakhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bada Pandrakhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bada Pandrakhal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bada Pandrakhal
Where is Bada Pandrakhal located?
Bada Pandrakhal village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bada Pandrakhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bada Pandrakhal is Dangasorada.
What is the pincode of Bada Pandrakhal?
The pincode of Bada Pandrakhal is 765020.
What is the population of Bada Pandrakhal?
Bada Pandrakhal had a total population of 428, including 228 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Bada Pandrakhal?
Bada Pandrakhal had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bada Pandrakhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bada Pandrakhal was 18.31%. Male literacy was 25.43% and female literacy was 11.11%.