Pitadanga - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Pitadanga is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kanabai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pitadanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pitadanga is 425457. The village covers a total geographical area of 395 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Pitadanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pitadanga
As per Census 2011, Pitadanga village has a total population of 63 people, consisting of 32 males and 31 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pitadanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 30 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Pitadanga
Pitadanga 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 Pitadanga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pitadanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Pitadanga is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Pitadanga is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pitadanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pitadanga 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 Pitadanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pitadanga 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 Pitadanga
Where is Pitadanga located?
Pitadanga village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pitadanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Pitadanga is Kanabai.
What is the pincode of Pitadanga?
The pincode of Pitadanga is 765019.
What is the population of Pitadanga?
Pitadanga has a total population of 63, including 32 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Pitadanga?
There are 15 households in Pitadanga.
What is the literacy rate in Pitadanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pitadanga is 4.76%. Male literacy is 6.25% and female literacy is 3.23%.