Patapur - Oupada, Balasore
Patapur is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from Oupada and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Talakia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patapur is 393366. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Patapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patapur
According to the 2011 Census, Patapur village had a total population of 400 people, including 208 males and 192 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.51%, with male literacy at 87.98% and female literacy at 72.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 400 | 208 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 161 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 47 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Patapur
Patapur 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 Patapur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Patapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Patapur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Patapur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Patapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patapur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Patapur
Where is Patapur located?
Patapur village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Patapur is Talakia.
What is the pincode of Patapur?
The pincode of Patapur is 756049.
What is the population of Patapur?
Patapur had a total population of 400, including 208 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Patapur?
Patapur had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patapur was 80.51%. Male literacy was 87.98% and female literacy was 72.51%.