Patharla - Kantamal, Boudh
Patharla is a village situated in the Kantamal tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Manamunda and around 77 km from Baudh. Similipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patharla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patharla is 417975. The village covers a total geographical area of 446 hectares and falls under the 762030 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Patharla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantamal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patharla
As per Census 2011, Patharla village has a total population of 672 people, consisting of 339 males and 333 females. The village has 174 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 418 literate and 254 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patharla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 672 | 339 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 61 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 251 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 88 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Patharla
Patharla 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 Patharla
Patharla is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Patharla is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Patharla is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patharla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patharla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Patharla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patharla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patharla
Where is Patharla located?
Patharla village is located in Kantamal Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patharla?
The Gram Panchayat of Patharla is Similipadar.
What is the pincode of Patharla?
The pincode of Patharla is 762030.
What is the population of Patharla?
Patharla has a total population of 672, including 339 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Patharla?
There are 174 households in Patharla.
What is the literacy rate in Patharla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patharla is 62.20%. Male literacy is 74.04% and female literacy is 50.15%.