Pankadihi - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Pankadihi is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Pankdihi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pankadihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pankadihi is 384974. The village covers a total geographical area of 2619 hectares and falls under the 770037 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Pankadihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pankadihi
According to the 2011 Census, Pankadihi village had a total population of 2,855 people, including 1,414 males and 1,441 females, living in 584 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.52%, with male literacy at 63.24% and female literacy at 45.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,424.
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 | 2,855 | 1,414 | 1,441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 531 | 255 | 276 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 29 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,424 | 1,203 | 1,221 |
| Literate Population | 1,267 | 733 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,588 | 681 | 907 |
Nearby Villages of Pankadihi
Pankadihi 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 Pankadihi
Public transport in the Pankadihi is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Raurkela to Pankadihi is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Pankadihi is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pankadihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pankadihi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pankadihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pankadihi 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 Pankadihi
Where is Pankadihi located?
Pankadihi village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pankadihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pankadihi is Pankdihi.
What is the pincode of Pankadihi?
The pincode of Pankadihi is 770037.
What is the population of Pankadihi?
Pankadihi had a total population of 2,855, including 1,414 males and 1,441 females.
How many households are there in Pankadihi?
Pankadihi had 584 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pankadihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pankadihi was 54.52%. Male literacy was 63.24% and female literacy was 45.84%.