Aitama - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Aitama is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Atmanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aitama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aitama is 436080. The village covers a total geographical area of 383.06 hectares and falls under the 495448 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Aitama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aitama
As per Census 2011, Aitama village has a total population of 1,348 people, consisting of 693 males and 655 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 691 literate and 657 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 724 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aitama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,348 | 693 | 655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 84 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 58 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 724 | 364 | 360 |
| Literate Population | 691 | 403 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 657 | 290 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Aitama
Aitama 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 Aitama
Aitama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katghora to Aitama is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Aitama 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 Aitama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aitama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aitama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aitama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Aitama
Where is Aitama located?
Aitama village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aitama?
The Gram Panchayat of Aitama is Atmanagar.
What is the pincode of Aitama?
The pincode of Aitama is 495448.
What is the population of Aitama?
Aitama has a total population of 1,348, including 693 males and 655 females.
How many households are there in Aitama?
There are 327 households in Aitama.
What is the literacy rate in Aitama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aitama is 51.26%. Male literacy is 58.15% and female literacy is 43.97%.