Pidamaha - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Pidamaha is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 129 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sirla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pidamaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pidamaha is 416970. The village covers a total geographical area of 320 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
Pidamaha 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 Pidamaha
According to the 2011 Census, Pidamaha village had a total population of 1,032 people, including 527 males and 505 females, living in 223 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.18%, with male literacy at 64.49% and female literacy at 35.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 642.
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 | 1,032 | 527 | 505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 99 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 642 | 329 | 313 |
| Literate Population | 425 | 276 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 607 | 251 | 356 |
Nearby Villages of Pidamaha
Pidamaha 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 Pidamaha
Pidamaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Pidamaha is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Pidamaha is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pidamaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pidamaha 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 Pidamaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pidamaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pidamaha
Where is Pidamaha located?
Pidamaha village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pidamaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Pidamaha is Sirla.
What is the pincode of Pidamaha?
The pincode of Pidamaha is 762107.
What is the population of Pidamaha?
Pidamaha had a total population of 1,032, including 527 males and 505 females.
How many households are there in Pidamaha?
Pidamaha had 223 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pidamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pidamaha was 50.18%. Male literacy was 64.49% and female literacy was 35.56%.