Patrapali - Khaprakhol, Balangir
Patrapali is a village situated in the Khaprakhol tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khaprakhol and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Tankapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patrapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patrapali is 420744. The village covers a total geographical area of 434 hectares and falls under the 767028 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Patrapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patrapali
As per Census 2011, Patrapali village has a total population of 1,012 people, consisting of 477 males and 535 females. The village has 250 households and a sex ratio of 1,121 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 306 literate and 706 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 265 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patrapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,012 | 477 | 535 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 71 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 26 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 265 | 115 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 192 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 706 | 285 | 421 |
Nearby Villages of Patrapali
Patrapali 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 Patrapali
Patrapali is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kantabanji to Patrapali is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Patrapali is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patrapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patrapali 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Patrapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patrapali 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 Patrapali
Where is Patrapali located?
Patrapali village is located in Khaprakhol Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patrapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Patrapali is Tankapani.
What is the pincode of Patrapali?
The pincode of Patrapali is 767028.
What is the population of Patrapali?
Patrapali has a total population of 1,012, including 477 males and 535 females.
How many households are there in Patrapali?
There are 250 households in Patrapali.
What is the literacy rate in Patrapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patrapali is 30.24%. Male literacy is 40.25% and female literacy is 21.31%.