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
As per Census 2011, Pitamaha village has a total population of 219 people, consisting of 107 males and 112 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 118 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 214 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pitamaha are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 219, including 107 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Pitamaha?
There are 44 households in Pitamaha.
What is the literacy rate in Pitamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pitamaha is 53.88%. Male literacy is 62.62% and female literacy is 45.54%.