Kaitima - Mohana, Gajapati
Kaitima is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 110 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Pindiki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaitima village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaitima is 413839. The village covers a total geographical area of 261 hectares and falls under the 761015 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Kaitima village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaitima
According to the 2011 Census, Kaitima village had a total population of 95 people, including 51 males and 44 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 4.35%, with male literacy at 5.71% and female literacy at 2.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 95.
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 | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 49 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Kaitima
Kaitima 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 Kaitima
Kaitima is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Digapahandi to Kaitima is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Kaitima is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaitima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaitima 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 Kaitima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaitima 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kaitima
Where is Kaitima located?
Kaitima village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaitima?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaitima is Pindiki.
What is the pincode of Kaitima?
The pincode of Kaitima is 761015.
What is the population of Kaitima?
Kaitima had a total population of 95, including 51 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Kaitima?
Kaitima had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaitima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaitima was 4.35%. Male literacy was 5.71% and female literacy was 2.94%.