Pithampur
Pithampur is a village located in Janjgir tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from Janjgir, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Pithampur village. As per 2009 stats, Pithampur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pithampur unique in its vibrant Janjgir-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Pithampur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Pithampur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pithampur is 436546. The village spans a total geographical area of 498.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497449. Champa is nearest town to Pithampur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pithampur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jajgir-champa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pithampur
Population of Pithampur
According to the 2011 Census, Pithampur has a total population of about 1,713, with approximately 892 males and 821 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 269 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 21 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.08%, with male literacy at about 67.38% and female literacy near 50.06%. There are around 325 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pithampur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,713 | 892 | 821 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 161 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 7 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,012 | 601 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 701 | 291 | 410 |
Connectivity of Pithampur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pithampur. As per the 2011 stats, Pithampur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pithampur
Knowing the nearby villages of Pithampur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pithampur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pithampur
- Where is Pithampur located?
- Pithampur village is situated in Janjgir Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pithampur?
- Pithampur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pithampur?
- The pincode of Pithampur is 497449, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pithampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pithampur is 1,713, with 892 males and 821 females.
- How many households are there in Pithampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pithampur village has a total of 325 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pithampur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pithampur is 59.08%. The male literacy rate is 67.38%, while the female literacy rate is 50.06%.