Pitabaspur - Kokasara, Kalahandi
Pitabaspur is a village situated in the Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokasara and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Ladugaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pitabaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pitabaspur is 424065. The village covers a total geographical area of 147 hectares and falls under the 766019 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Pitabaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pitabaspur
As per Census 2011, Pitabaspur village has a total population of 451 people, consisting of 216 males and 235 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 1,087 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 156 literate and 295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 159 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pitabaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 451 | 216 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 77 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 103 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 113 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Pitabaspur
Pitabaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uchhala | South | 1.60 km |
| Supad | West | 2.11 km |
| Ladugaon | North | 2.35 km |
| Ainli | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Sunamal | North-West | 3.73 km |
| Beherensil | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Ghantiguda | South | 3.85 km |
| Pandaripakhan | South | 3.90 km |
| Renalpali | East | 3.98 km |
| Kendudangari | North-West | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pitabaspur
Public transport in the Pitabaspur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Pitabaspur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Pitabaspur is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pitabaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pitabaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pitabaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pitabaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pitabaspur
Where is Pitabaspur located?
Pitabaspur village is located in Kokasara Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pitabaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pitabaspur is Ladugaon.
What is the pincode of Pitabaspur?
The pincode of Pitabaspur is 766019.
What is the population of Pitabaspur?
Pitabaspur has a total population of 451, including 216 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Pitabaspur?
There are 114 households in Pitabaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Pitabaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pitabaspur is 34.59%. Male literacy is 47.69% and female literacy is 22.55%.