Patimunda - Bahanaga, Balasore
Patimunda is a village situated in the Bahanaga tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Soro and around 50 km from Baleshwar. Ohittol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patimunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patimunda is 394027. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 756046 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Patimunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patimunda
As per Census 2011, Patimunda village has a total population of 480 people, consisting of 253 males and 227 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 383 literate and 97 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patimunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 480 | 253 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 33 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 214 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 39 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Patimunda
Patimunda 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 Patimunda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Patimunda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Patimunda is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Patimunda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patimunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patimunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patimunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patimunda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Patimunda
Where is Patimunda located?
Patimunda village is located in Bahanaga Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patimunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Patimunda is Ohittol.
What is the pincode of Patimunda?
The pincode of Patimunda is 756046.
What is the population of Patimunda?
Patimunda has a total population of 480, including 253 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Patimunda?
There are 139 households in Patimunda.
What is the literacy rate in Patimunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patimunda is 79.79%. Male literacy is 84.58% and female literacy is 74.45%.