Pitana - Jainti, Almora
Pitana is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Pitana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pitana is 053445. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.95 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Pitana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pitana
As per Census 2011, Pitana village has a total population of 388 people, consisting of 167 males and 221 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 1,323 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 214 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pitana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 388 | 167 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 28 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 119 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 48 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Pitana
Pitana 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 Pitana
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pitana.
| 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 Almora to Pitana is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pitana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pitana 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 Pitana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pitana 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 Pitana
Where is Pitana located?
Pitana village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pitana?
Pitana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pitana?
The pincode of Pitana is 263626.
What is the population of Pitana?
Pitana has a total population of 388, including 167 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Pitana?
There are 86 households in Pitana.
What is the literacy rate in Pitana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pitana is 55.15%. Male literacy is 71.26% and female literacy is 42.99%.