Piseramaha - Raikia, Kandhamal
Piseramaha is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dadingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piseramaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piseramaha is 417544. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Piseramaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piseramaha
As per Census 2011, Piseramaha village has a total population of 878 people, consisting of 467 males and 411 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 600 literate and 278 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 472 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piseramaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 878 | 467 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 56 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 472 | 258 | 214 |
| Literate Population | 600 | 382 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 85 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Piseramaha
Piseramaha 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 Piseramaha
Public transport in the Piseramaha is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Piseramaha is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Piseramaha 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 Piseramaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piseramaha 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 Piseramaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piseramaha 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 Piseramaha
Where is Piseramaha located?
Piseramaha village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piseramaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Piseramaha is Dadingia.
What is the pincode of Piseramaha?
The pincode of Piseramaha is 762101.
What is the population of Piseramaha?
Piseramaha has a total population of 878, including 467 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Piseramaha?
There are 212 households in Piseramaha.
What is the literacy rate in Piseramaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piseramaha is 68.34%. Male literacy is 81.80% and female literacy is 53.04%.