Patagudam - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Patagudam is a village situated in the Sironcha tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironcha and around 287 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Patagudam village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patagudam is 540104. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.63 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Warangal is the nearest town, located about 170 km away.
Patagudam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patagudam
According to the 2011 Census, Patagudam village had a total population of 228 people, including 118 males and 110 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.49%, with male literacy at 70.41% and female literacy at 48.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 119.
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 | 228 | 118 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 62 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 69 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 49 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Patagudam
Patagudam 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 Patagudam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Patagudam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Warangal to Patagudam is about 170 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Patagudam is about 287 km, with the usual travel time around ~8.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patagudam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patagudam 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 Patagudam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patagudam 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Patagudam
Where is Patagudam located?
Patagudam village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Patagudam?
Patagudam is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patagudam?
The pincode of Patagudam is 442504.
What is the population of Patagudam?
Patagudam had a total population of 228, including 118 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Patagudam?
Patagudam had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patagudam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patagudam was 59.49%. Male literacy was 70.41% and female literacy was 48.45%.