Pahitorona - Simulia, Balasore
Pahitorona is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Similia and around 58 km from Baleshwar. Pahitorana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pahitorona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pahitorona is 394155. The village covers a total geographical area of 283 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Basudebpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pahitorona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pahitorona
According to the 2011 Census, Pahitorona village had a total population of 763 people, including 360 males and 403 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 1,119 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.65%, with male literacy at 80.54% and female literacy at 71.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 172.
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 | 763 | 360 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 62 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 82 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 240 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 120 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Pahitorona
Pahitorona 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 Pahitorona
Pahitorona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basudebpur to Pahitorona is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Pahitorona is about 58 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 Pahitorona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pahitorona 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 Pahitorona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pahitorona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pahitorona
Where is Pahitorona located?
Pahitorona village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pahitorona?
The Gram Panchayat of Pahitorona is Pahitorana.
What is the pincode of Pahitorona?
The pincode of Pahitorona is 756134.
What is the population of Pahitorona?
Pahitorona had a total population of 763, including 360 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Pahitorona?
Pahitorona had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pahitorona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pahitorona was 75.65%. Male literacy was 80.54% and female literacy was 71.59%.