Pitisal - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Pitisal is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Bajrakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pitisal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pitisal is 410242. The village covers a total geographical area of 225 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Pitisal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pitisal
As per Census 2011, Pitisal village has a total population of 357 people, consisting of 190 males and 167 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 165 literate and 192 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pitisal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 357 | 190 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 93 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 97 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Pitisal
Pitisal 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 Pitisal
Pitisal 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 | 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 Brahmapur to Pitisal is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Pitisal is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pitisal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pitisal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pitisal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pitisal 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 Pitisal
Where is Pitisal located?
Pitisal village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pitisal?
The Gram Panchayat of Pitisal is Bajrakot.
What is the pincode of Pitisal?
The pincode of Pitisal is 752032.
What is the population of Pitisal?
Pitisal has a total population of 357, including 190 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Pitisal?
There are 78 households in Pitisal.
What is the literacy rate in Pitisal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pitisal is 46.22%. Male literacy is 48.95% and female literacy is 43.11%.