Patnipita - Saintala, Balangir
Patnipita is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Jurabandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patnipita village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patnipita is 421008. The village covers a total geographical area of 248 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Patnipita village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patnipita
According to the 2011 Census, Patnipita village had a total population of 278 people, including 127 males and 151 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,189 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.46%, with male literacy at 94.17% and female literacy at 58.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 132.
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 | 278 | 127 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 57 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 97 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 30 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Patnipita
Patnipita 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 Patnipita
Patnipita is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Patnagarh to Patnipita is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Patnipita is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patnipita
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patnipita 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 Patnipita
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patnipita village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patnipita
Where is Patnipita located?
Patnipita village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patnipita?
The Gram Panchayat of Patnipita is Jurabandh.
What is the pincode of Patnipita?
The pincode of Patnipita is 767032.
What is the population of Patnipita?
Patnipita had a total population of 278, including 127 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Patnipita?
Patnipita had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patnipita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patnipita was 74.46%. Male literacy was 94.17% and female literacy was 58.59%.