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
According to the 2011 Census, Patirajpur village had a total population of 279 people, including 147 males and 132 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.31%, with male literacy at 91.85% and female literacy at 75.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 279 | 147 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 279, including 147 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Patirajpur?
Patirajpur had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patirajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patirajpur was 84.31%. Male literacy was 91.85% and female literacy was 75.83%.