Pithoura - Pipra, Palamu
Pithoura is a village situated in the Pipra subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pipra and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Saraiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pithoura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pithoura is 365346. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 822113 pincode.
Pithoura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pithoura
According to the 2011 Census, Pithoura village had a total population of 532 people, including 282 males and 250 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.67%, with male literacy at 87.65% and female literacy at 63.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 532 | 282 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 39 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 213 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 69 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Pithoura
Pithoura 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 Pithoura
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Pithoura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Medininagar (daltonganj) to Pithoura 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 Pithoura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pithoura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pithoura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pithoura 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Pithoura
Where is Pithoura located?
Pithoura village is located in Pipra Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pithoura?
The Gram Panchayat of Pithoura is Saraiya.
What is the pincode of Pithoura?
The pincode of Pithoura is 822113.
What is the population of Pithoura?
Pithoura had a total population of 532, including 282 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Pithoura?
Pithoura had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pithoura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pithoura was 76.67%. Male literacy was 87.65% and female literacy was 63.77%.