Pithalamalai - Polasara, Ganjam
Pithalamalai 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 Pithalamalai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pithalamalai is 411553. The village falls under the 761105 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Pithalamalai 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 Pithalamalai
As per Census 2011, Pithalamalai village has a total population of 31 people, consisting of 16 males and 15 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8 literate and 23 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pithalamalai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 9 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Pithalamalai
Pithalamalai 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 Pithalamalai
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Pithalamalai.
| 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 Pithalamalai is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Pithalamalai 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 Pithalamalai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pithalamalai 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pithalamalai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pithalamalai 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 Pithalamalai
Where is Pithalamalai located?
Pithalamalai village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pithalamalai?
The Gram Panchayat of Pithalamalai is Pandiripada.
What is the pincode of Pithalamalai?
The pincode of Pithalamalai is 761105.
What is the population of Pithalamalai?
Pithalamalai has a total population of 31, including 16 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Pithalamalai?
There are 8 households in Pithalamalai.
What is the literacy rate in Pithalamalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pithalamalai is 25.81%. Male literacy is 43.75% and female literacy is 6.67%.