Pitairpi - Raikia, Kandhamal
Pitairpi is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sugudabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pitairpi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pitairpi is 417552. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Pitairpi 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 Pitairpi
As per Census 2011, Pitairpi village has a total population of 68 people, consisting of 31 males and 37 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,193 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 41 literate and 27 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pitairpi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 68 | 31 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 10 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Pitairpi
Pitairpi 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 Pitairpi
Public transport in the Pitairpi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Pitairpi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Pitairpi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Pitairpi is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pitairpi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pitairpi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pitairpi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pitairpi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pitairpi
Where is Pitairpi located?
Pitairpi village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pitairpi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pitairpi is Sugudabadi.
What is the pincode of Pitairpi?
The pincode of Pitairpi is 762101.
What is the population of Pitairpi?
Pitairpi has a total population of 68, including 31 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Pitairpi?
There are 16 households in Pitairpi.
What is the literacy rate in Pitairpi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pitairpi is 60.29%. Male literacy is 67.74% and female literacy is 54.05%.