Pendili - Gudari, Rayagada
Pendili is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Pendili village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pendili is 426945. The village covers a total geographical area of 290 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Pendili 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 Pendili
As per Census 2011, Pendili village has a total population of 713 people, consisting of 384 males and 329 females. The village has 168 households and a sex ratio of 856 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 469 literate and 244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 460 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 250 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pendili are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 713 | 384 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 62 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 460 | 236 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 146 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 469 | 266 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 118 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Pendili
Pendili 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 Pendili
Pendili 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 Rayagada to Pendili is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pendili
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pendili village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pendili
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pendili village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pendili
Where is Pendili located?
Pendili village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pendili?
Pendili is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pendili?
The pincode of Pendili is 765026.
What is the population of Pendili?
Pendili has a total population of 713, including 384 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Pendili?
There are 168 households in Pendili.
What is the literacy rate in Pendili?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pendili is 65.78%. Male literacy is 69.27% and female literacy is 61.70%.