Pitamaha - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Pitamaha is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kelapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pitamaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pitamaha is 416454. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Pitamaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pitamaha
According to the 2011 Census, Pitamaha village had a total population of 219 people, including 107 males and 112 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 81.71% and female literacy at 53.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 214.
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 | 219 | 107 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 214 | 104 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 67 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 40 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Pitamaha
Pitamaha 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 Pitamaha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pitamaha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Phulabani to Pitamaha is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Pitamaha is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pitamaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pitamaha 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 Pitamaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pitamaha 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 Pitamaha
Where is Pitamaha located?
Pitamaha village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pitamaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Pitamaha is Kelapada.
What is the pincode of Pitamaha?
The pincode of Pitamaha is 762011.
What is the population of Pitamaha?
Pitamaha had a total population of 219, including 107 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Pitamaha?
Pitamaha had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pitamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pitamaha was 66.67%. Male literacy was 81.71% and female literacy was 53.68%.