Pandulia - Mayureswar - I, Birbhum
Pandulia is a village situated in the Mayureswar - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mollarpur and around 34.1 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Dakshingram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pandulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pandulia is 316585. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.58 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Pandulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Pandulia
According to the 2011 Census, Pandulia village had a total population of 434 people, including 240 males and 194 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 808 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.33%, with male literacy at 97.21% and female literacy at 82.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 231.
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 | 434 | 240 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 126 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 209 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 31 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Pandulia
Pandulia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kusumi | South | 1.07 km |
| Sipura | South-East | 1.12 km |
| Ratma | North-East | 1.30 km |
| Pipulgram | West | 1.74 km |
| Pahana | North | 2.03 km |
| Shibgram | East | 2.16 km |
| Chaulja | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Sukna | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Chhota Turigram | South | 2.74 km |
| Paikpara | North-East | 2.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pandulia
Pandulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Mallarpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Pandulia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Pandulia is about 34.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pandulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pandulia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pandulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pandulia 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 Pandulia
Where is Pandulia located?
Pandulia village is located in Mayureswar - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pandulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pandulia is Dakshingram.
What is the pincode of Pandulia?
The pincode of Pandulia is 731213.
What is the population of Pandulia?
Pandulia had a total population of 434, including 240 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Pandulia?
Pandulia had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pandulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pandulia was 90.33%. Male literacy was 97.21% and female literacy was 82.02%.