Pitakonda - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Pitakonda is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalimela and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Chintalwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pitakonda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pitakonda is 431018. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Pitakonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pitakonda
As per Census 2011, Pitakonda village has a total population of 499 people, consisting of 222 males and 277 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 1,247 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 110 literate and 389 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 475 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pitakonda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 499 | 222 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 57 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 475 | 214 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 50 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 172 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Pitakonda
Pitakonda 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 Pitakonda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pitakonda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Pitakonda is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Pitakonda is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pitakonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pitakonda 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 Pitakonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pitakonda 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 Pitakonda
Where is Pitakonda located?
Pitakonda village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pitakonda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pitakonda is Chintalwada.
What is the pincode of Pitakonda?
The pincode of Pitakonda is 764086.
What is the population of Pitakonda?
Pitakonda has a total population of 499, including 222 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Pitakonda?
There are 122 households in Pitakonda.
What is the literacy rate in Pitakonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pitakonda is 22.04%. Male literacy is 22.52% and female literacy is 21.66%.