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
As per Census 2011, Pitaldhua village has a total population of 608 people, consisting of 300 males and 308 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 124 literate and 484 illiterate residents. Additionally, 535 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pitaldhua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 608 | 300 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 76 | 80 |
| 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 has a total population of 608, including 300 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Pitaldhua?
There are 116 households in Pitaldhua.
What is the literacy rate in Pitaldhua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pitaldhua is 20.39%. Male literacy is 29.33% and female literacy is 11.69%.