Panchupandab - Gudari, Rayagada
Panchupandab is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Pendili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchupandab village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchupandab is 426946. The village covers a total geographical area of 444 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Panchupandab 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 Panchupandab
According to the 2011 Census, Panchupandab village had a total population of 125 people, including 58 males and 67 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,155 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 11.21%, with male literacy at 17.65% and female literacy at 5.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 125.
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 | 125 | 58 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 58 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 49 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Panchupandab
Panchupandab 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 Panchupandab
Panchupandab 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudari to Panchupandab is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Panchupandab is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchupandab
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchupandab village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Panchupandab
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchupandab 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Panchupandab
Where is Panchupandab located?
Panchupandab village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panchupandab?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchupandab is Pendili.
What is the pincode of Panchupandab?
The pincode of Panchupandab is 765026.
What is the population of Panchupandab?
Panchupandab had a total population of 125, including 58 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Panchupandab?
Panchupandab had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panchupandab?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchupandab was 11.21%. Male literacy was 17.65% and female literacy was 5.36%.