Pandibahal - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Pandibahal is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Chakuliabahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pandibahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pandibahal is 381921. The village covers a total geographical area of 232 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Pandibahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pandibahal
According to the 2011 Census, Pandibahal village had a total population of 375 people, including 184 males and 191 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.35%, with male literacy at 67.72% and female literacy at 43.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 322.
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 | 375 | 184 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 322 | 155 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 107 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 77 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Pandibahal
Pandibahal 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 Pandibahal
Pandibahal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kochinda to Pandibahal is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Pandibahal is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pandibahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pandibahal 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 Pandibahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pandibahal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pandibahal
Where is Pandibahal located?
Pandibahal village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pandibahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Pandibahal is Chakuliabahal.
What is the pincode of Pandibahal?
The pincode of Pandibahal is 768107.
What is the population of Pandibahal?
Pandibahal had a total population of 375, including 184 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Pandibahal?
Pandibahal had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pandibahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pandibahal was 55.35%. Male literacy was 67.72% and female literacy was 43.79%.