Pitagaon - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Pitagaon is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 51 km from Chandiposh and around 140 km from Sundargarh. Tamada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pitagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pitagaon is 384675. The village covers a total geographical area of 1080 hectares and falls under the 770037 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Pitagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pitagaon
As per Census 2011, Pitagaon village has a total population of 1,265 people, consisting of 652 males and 613 females. The village has 250 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 567 literate and 698 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,200 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pitagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,265 | 652 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 110 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,200 | 623 | 577 |
| Literate Population | 567 | 340 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 698 | 312 | 386 |
Nearby Villages of Pitagaon
Pitagaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Brahmaninadi(kha) | South | 2.17 km |
| Chandrapur | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Gamardihi | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Rumkuberna | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Rangamati | West | 4.36 km |
| Karuabahal | North-West | 4.46 km |
| Singer | North | 4.66 km |
| Chhidi | North-East | 4.94 km |
| Baghiakucha | West | 5.31 km |
| Birida | North-West | 5.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pitagaon
Public transport in the Pitagaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Patasahi, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.8 km.
| 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 Raurkela to Pitagaon is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Pitagaon is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pitagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pitagaon 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 Pitagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pitagaon 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 Pitagaon
Where is Pitagaon located?
Pitagaon village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pitagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Pitagaon is Tamada.
What is the pincode of Pitagaon?
The pincode of Pitagaon is 770037.
What is the population of Pitagaon?
Pitagaon has a total population of 1,265, including 652 males and 613 females.
How many households are there in Pitagaon?
There are 250 households in Pitagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Pitagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pitagaon is 44.82%. Male literacy is 52.15% and female literacy is 37.03%.