Pantiama - Polasara, Ganjam
Pantiama is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Pandiripada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pantiama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pantiama is 411526. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 761105 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Pantiama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pantiama
As per Census 2011, Pantiama village has a total population of 211 people, consisting of 102 males and 109 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 115 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pantiama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 211 | 102 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 80 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 66 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 36 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Pantiama
Pantiama 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 Pantiama
Pantiama is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Polasara to Pantiama is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Pantiama is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pantiama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pantiama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pantiama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pantiama 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Pantiama
Where is Pantiama located?
Pantiama village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pantiama?
The Gram Panchayat of Pantiama is Pandiripada.
What is the pincode of Pantiama?
The pincode of Pantiama is 761105.
What is the population of Pantiama?
Pantiama has a total population of 211, including 102 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Pantiama?
There are 53 households in Pantiama.
What is the literacy rate in Pantiama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pantiama is 54.50%. Male literacy is 64.71% and female literacy is 44.95%.