Piteiguda - Boriguma, Koraput
Piteiguda is a village situated in the Boriguma tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from Bhairabsingipur and around 63 km from Koraput. Benagam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piteiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piteiguda is 428352. The village covers a total geographical area of 147 hectares and falls under the 764057 pincode. Kotpad is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Piteiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piteiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Piteiguda village had a total population of 369 people, including 176 males and 193 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.32%, with male literacy at 29.08% and female literacy at 20.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 366.
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 | 369 | 176 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 35 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 366 | 174 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 135 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Piteiguda
Piteiguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Lathiguda | West | 1.23 km |
| Chandalguda | South | 1.44 km |
| Merdamal | North | 1.75 km |
| Tingiriput | South | 2.20 km |
| Benagam | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Sandhaguda | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Ramguda | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Ranaspur | North | 3.70 km |
| Dangarkarchi | South | 3.92 km |
| Tenkar | West | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piteiguda
Piteiguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maligura, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotpad to Piteiguda is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Piteiguda is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piteiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piteiguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Piteiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piteiguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piteiguda
Where is Piteiguda located?
Piteiguda village is located in Boriguma Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piteiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Piteiguda is Benagam.
What is the pincode of Piteiguda?
The pincode of Piteiguda is 764057.
What is the population of Piteiguda?
Piteiguda had a total population of 369, including 176 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Piteiguda?
Piteiguda had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piteiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piteiguda was 24.32%. Male literacy was 29.08% and female literacy was 20.00%.