Pithora - Badnagar, Ujjain
Pithora is a village situated in the Badnagar tehsil of Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badnagar and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Ujjain. Pithora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pithora is 472079. The village covers a total geographical area of 383.53 hectares and falls under the 456771 pincode. Badnagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Pithora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ujjain Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pithora
As per Census 2011, Pithora village has a total population of 1,112 people, consisting of 569 males and 543 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 793 literate and 319 illiterate residents. Additionally, 272 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pithora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,112 | 569 | 543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 80 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 135 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 793 | 439 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 130 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Pithora
Pithora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biragodanathu | South | 1.28 km |
| Gunawad | East | 1.87 km |
| Payakunda | South | 2.76 km |
| Lohana | West | 2.81 km |
| Bangred | North | 3.47 km |
| Khachroda | South-East | 3.56 km |
| Fatehpur | North-East | 3.59 km |
| Mundla | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Bisalkhedi | East | 4.34 km |
| Takrawada | East | 4.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pithora
Pithora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Runija, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badnagar to Pithora is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ujjain to Pithora is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pithora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pithora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pithora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pithora 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 Pithora
Where is Pithora located?
Pithora village is located in Badnagar Tehsil, Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pithora?
Pithora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pithora?
The pincode of Pithora is 456771.
What is the population of Pithora?
Pithora has a total population of 1,112, including 569 males and 543 females.
How many households are there in Pithora?
There are 202 households in Pithora.
What is the literacy rate in Pithora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pithora is 71.31%. Male literacy is 77.15% and female literacy is 65.19%.