Pitasiali - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Pitasiali is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Kisinda and around 62 km from Sambalpur. Girischandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pitasiali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pitasiali is 382070. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Pitasiali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pitasiali
According to the 2011 Census, Pitasiali village had a total population of 136 people, including 75 males and 61 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 813 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.79%, with male literacy at 91.43% and female literacy at 71.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 136 | 75 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 64 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 11 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Pitasiali
Pitasiali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanchanpur | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Ganjabahal | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Manduamb | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Banjagola | East | 3.24 km |
| Brahamanipali | West | 3.40 km |
| Burbuda | West | 4.01 km |
| Girishchandrapur | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Talbahal | East | 4.27 km |
| Kelo | East | 4.66 km |
| Panigrahipali | North-West | 5.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pitasiali
Pitasiali is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jujumura, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Redhakhol to Pitasiali is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Pitasiali is about 62 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 Pitasiali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pitasiali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pitasiali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pitasiali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pitasiali
Where is Pitasiali located?
Pitasiali village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pitasiali?
The Gram Panchayat of Pitasiali is Girischandrapur.
What is the pincode of Pitasiali?
The pincode of Pitasiali is 768106.
What is the population of Pitasiali?
Pitasiali had a total population of 136, including 75 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Pitasiali?
Pitasiali had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pitasiali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pitasiali was 82.79%. Male literacy was 91.43% and female literacy was 71.15%.