Pitamandi - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Pitamandi is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Kaniguama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pitamandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pitamandi is 424282. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Pitamandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pitamandi
As per Census 2011, Pitamandi village has a total population of 219 people, consisting of 104 males and 115 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 1,105 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 79 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 121 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pitamandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 219 | 104 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 59 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 49 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 55 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Pitamandi
Pitamandi 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 Pitamandi
Public transport in the Pitamandi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Pitamandi is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pitamandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pitamandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pitamandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pitamandi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pitamandi
Where is Pitamandi located?
Pitamandi village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pitamandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pitamandi is Kaniguama.
What is the pincode of Pitamandi?
The pincode of Pitamandi is 766037.
What is the population of Pitamandi?
Pitamandi has a total population of 219, including 104 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Pitamandi?
There are 55 households in Pitamandi.
What is the literacy rate in Pitamandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pitamandi is 36.07%. Male literacy is 47.12% and female literacy is 26.09%.