Patharchatia - Jaleswar, Balasore
Patharchatia is a village situated in the Jaleswar tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from Raibania and around 68 km from Baleshwar. Saradarbandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patharchatia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patharchatia is 391356. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 756033 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Patharchatia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patharchatia
According to the 2011 Census, Patharchatia village had a total population of 127 people, including 64 males and 63 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.72%, with male literacy at 83.93% and female literacy at 43.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 127.
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 | 127 | 64 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 64 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 47 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 17 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Patharchatia
Patharchatia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chainbasa | South-West | 0.28 km |
| Garudabasa | East | 0.57 km |
| Madhupur | North-West | 0.89 km |
| Ghuntabani | East | 1.12 km |
| Palasabani | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Suknakhali | North-East | 1.37 km |
| Pitambarpur | North | 1.39 km |
| Sardarbandha | East | 1.43 km |
| Santikayatpur | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Gopinath Pur | East | 1.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patharchatia
Patharchatia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dantan, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jaleswar to Patharchatia is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Patharchatia is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patharchatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patharchatia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Patharchatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patharchatia 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 Patharchatia
Where is Patharchatia located?
Patharchatia village is located in Jaleswar Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patharchatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Patharchatia is Saradarbandh.
What is the pincode of Patharchatia?
The pincode of Patharchatia is 756033.
What is the population of Patharchatia?
Patharchatia had a total population of 127, including 64 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Patharchatia?
Patharchatia had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patharchatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patharchatia was 63.72%. Male literacy was 83.93% and female literacy was 43.86%.