Pitamahul - Biramaharajpur, Sonepur
Pitamahul is a village situated in the Biramaharajpur tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Subalaya and around 60 km from Subarnapur. Pitamahul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pitamahul is 419501. The village covers a total geographical area of 525 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Subalaya is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Pitamahul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pitamahul
According to the 2011 Census, Pitamahul village had a total population of 1,248 people, including 667 males and 581 females, living in 311 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.08%, with male literacy at 88.31% and female literacy at 58.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 375, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,248 | 667 | 581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 111 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 375 | 203 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 789 | 491 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 176 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Pitamahul
Pitamahul 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 Pitamahul
Pitamahul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Subalaya to Pitamahul is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Pitamahul 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 Pitamahul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pitamahul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pitamahul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pitamahul 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 Pitamahul
Where is Pitamahul located?
Pitamahul village is located in Biramaharajpur Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pitamahul?
Pitamahul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pitamahul?
The pincode of Pitamahul is 767018.
What is the population of Pitamahul?
Pitamahul had a total population of 1,248, including 667 males and 581 females.
How many households are there in Pitamahul?
Pitamahul had 311 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pitamahul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pitamahul was 74.08%. Male literacy was 88.31% and female literacy was 58.55%.