Patirajpur - Khaira, Balasore
Patirajpur is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Khaira and around 70 km from Baleshwar. Jhinkiria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patirajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patirajpur is 393667. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 756126 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Patirajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patirajpur
As per Census 2011, Patirajpur village has a total population of 279 people, consisting of 147 males and 132 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 215 literate and 64 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patirajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 279 | 147 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 124 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 23 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Patirajpur
Patirajpur 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 Patirajpur
Patirajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Patirajpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Patirajpur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Patirajpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patirajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patirajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Patirajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patirajpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Patirajpur
Where is Patirajpur located?
Patirajpur village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patirajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Patirajpur is Jhinkiria.
What is the pincode of Patirajpur?
The pincode of Patirajpur is 756126.
What is the population of Patirajpur?
Patirajpur has a total population of 279, including 147 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Patirajpur?
There are 78 households in Patirajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Patirajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patirajpur is 77.06%. Male literacy is 84.35% and female literacy is 68.94%.