Pidurumila - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Pidurumila is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 59 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 144 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Parigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pidurumila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pidurumila is 417137. The village covers a total geographical area of 95 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Pidurumila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pidurumila
According to the 2011 Census, Pidurumila village had a total population of 134 people, including 64 males and 70 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,094 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.09%, with male literacy at 53.33% and female literacy at 35.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 131.
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 | 134 | 64 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 61 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 40 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Pidurumila
Pidurumila 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 Pidurumila
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pidurumila.
| 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 Phulabani to Pidurumila is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Pidurumila is about 144 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pidurumila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pidurumila 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 Pidurumila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pidurumila 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 Pidurumila
Where is Pidurumila located?
Pidurumila village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pidurumila?
The Gram Panchayat of Pidurumila is Parigarh.
What is the pincode of Pidurumila?
The pincode of Pidurumila is 762103.
What is the population of Pidurumila?
Pidurumila had a total population of 134, including 64 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Pidurumila?
Pidurumila had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pidurumila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pidurumila was 44.09%. Male literacy was 53.33% and female literacy was 35.42%.