Paitari - Chhatrapur, Ganjam
Paitari is a village situated in the Chhatrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatrapur and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Sundarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paitari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paitari is 412097. The village covers a total geographical area of 857 hectares and falls under the 761003 pincode. Chhatrapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Paitari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhatrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paitari
As per Census 2011, Paitari village has a total population of 2,593 people, consisting of 1,298 males and 1,295 females. The village has 572 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,510 literate and 1,083 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,598 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paitari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,593 | 1,298 | 1,295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 136 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,598 | 793 | 805 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,510 | 925 | 585 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,083 | 373 | 710 |
Nearby Villages of Paitari
Paitari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Majhidiha | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Sundarpur | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Tanganapalli | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Keranditolanarayanpur | West | 2.86 km |
| Krushnachandra Nagaradihi | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Santarapur | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Narasingapur | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Karapalli | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Danaiberhampur | East | 3.47 km |
| Nauli | South | 3.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paitari
Paitari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Narasimhapura, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhatrapur to Paitari is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Paitari is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paitari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paitari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paitari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paitari 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paitari
Where is Paitari located?
Paitari village is located in Chhatrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paitari?
The Gram Panchayat of Paitari is Sundarpur.
What is the pincode of Paitari?
The pincode of Paitari is 761003.
What is the population of Paitari?
Paitari has a total population of 2,593, including 1,298 males and 1,295 females.
How many households are there in Paitari?
There are 572 households in Paitari.
What is the literacy rate in Paitari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paitari is 58.23%. Male literacy is 71.26% and female literacy is 45.17%.