Pitaldhua - Kankadahad, Dhenkanal
Pitaldhua is a village situated in the Kankadahad tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankadahad and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Maruabili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pitaldhua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pitaldhua is 402479. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 759039 pincode. Kamakshyanagar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Pitaldhua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pitaldhua
According to the 2011 Census, Pitaldhua village had a total population of 608 people, including 300 males and 308 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.43%, with male literacy at 39.29% and female literacy at 15.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 535.
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 | 608 | 300 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 76 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 535 | 269 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 88 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 484 | 212 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Pitaldhua
Pitaldhua 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 Pitaldhua
Pitaldhua 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 >10 km |
| 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 Kamakshyanagar to Pitaldhua is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Pitaldhua 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 Pitaldhua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pitaldhua 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pitaldhua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pitaldhua 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 Pitaldhua
Where is Pitaldhua located?
Pitaldhua village is located in Kankadahad Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pitaldhua?
The Gram Panchayat of Pitaldhua is Maruabili.
What is the pincode of Pitaldhua?
The pincode of Pitaldhua is 759039.
What is the population of Pitaldhua?
Pitaldhua had a total population of 608, including 300 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Pitaldhua?
Pitaldhua had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pitaldhua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pitaldhua was 27.43%. Male literacy was 39.29% and female literacy was 15.79%.