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
According to the 2011 Census, Patimunda village had a total population of 480 people, including 253 males and 227 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.33%, with male literacy at 97.27% and female literacy at 82.84%.
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 | 480 | 253 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 33 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 480, including 253 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Patimunda?
Patimunda had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patimunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patimunda was 90.33%. Male literacy was 97.27% and female literacy was 82.84%.