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
According to the 2011 Census, Pantiama village had a total population of 211 people, including 102 males and 109 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.34%, with male literacy at 76.74% and female literacy at 54.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 169, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 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 had a total population of 211, including 102 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Pantiama?
Pantiama had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pantiama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pantiama was 65.34%. Male literacy was 76.74% and female literacy was 54.44%.