Patnam - Kadiri, Sri Sathya Sai
Patnam is a village situated in the Kadiri mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from Kadiri and around 79 km from Anantapur. Patnam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patnam is 595251. The village covers a total geographical area of 3055 hectares and falls under the 515501 pincode. Kadiri is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Patnam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patnam
As per Census 2011, Patnam village has a total population of 5,009 people, consisting of 2,603 males and 2,406 females. The village has 1,326 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 519 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,482 literate and 2,527 illiterate residents. Additionally, 296 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,163 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patnam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,009 | 2,603 | 2,406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 519 | 294 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 149 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,163 | 610 | 553 |
| Literate Population | 2,482 | 1,586 | 896 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,527 | 1,017 | 1,510 |
Nearby Villages of Patnam
Patnam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagareddipalle | South-West | 3.78 km |
| Lakkasamudram | North-East | 4.23 km |
| Malakavemula | West | 4.32 km |
| Devaragudipalle | North | 5.14 km |
| Kalasamudram | South | 6.32 km |
| Vellamaddi | West | 6.99 km |
| Sanevaripalle | North-West | 7.31 km |
| Kondagattupalle | North-East | 8.30 km |
| Ellareddipalle | North | 8.34 km |
| Chippalamadugu | South | 8.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patnam
Patnam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malaka Vemala, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kadiri to Patnam is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Patnam is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patnam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patnam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patnam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patnam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patnam
Where is Patnam located?
Patnam village is located in Kadiri Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patnam?
Patnam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patnam?
The pincode of Patnam is 515501.
What is the population of Patnam?
Patnam has a total population of 5,009, including 2,603 males and 2,406 females.
How many households are there in Patnam?
There are 1,326 households in Patnam.
What is the literacy rate in Patnam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patnam is 49.55%. Male literacy is 60.93% and female literacy is 37.24%.