Pitesur - Korchi, Gadchiroli
Pitesur is a village situated in the Korchi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korchi and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Pitesur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pitesur is 538857. The village covers a total geographical area of 670.5 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 101 km away.
Pitesur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pitesur
According to the 2011 Census, Pitesur village had a total population of 266 people, including 135 males and 131 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.80%, with male literacy at 76.00% and female literacy at 50.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 260.
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 | 266 | 135 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 35 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 260 | 132 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 76 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 59 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Pitesur
Pitesur 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 Pitesur
Pitesur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Desaiganj to Pitesur is about 101 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Pitesur is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pitesur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pitesur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pitesur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pitesur 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 Pitesur
Where is Pitesur located?
Pitesur village is located in Korchi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Pitesur?
Pitesur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pitesur?
The pincode of Pitesur is 441209.
What is the population of Pitesur?
Pitesur had a total population of 266, including 135 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Pitesur?
Pitesur had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pitesur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pitesur was 62.80%. Male literacy was 76.00% and female literacy was 50.47%.