Patrakana - Niali, Cuttack
Patrakana is a village situated in the Niali tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niali and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Kesarada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patrakana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patrakana is 400271. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 754105 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Patrakana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patrakana
As per Census 2011, Patrakana village has a total population of 1,555 people, consisting of 792 males and 763 females. The village has 359 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,157 literate and 398 illiterate residents. Additionally, 180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patrakana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,555 | 792 | 763 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 91 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 93 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,157 | 630 | 527 |
| Illiterate Population | 398 | 162 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Patrakana
Patrakana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharibil | North | 1.03 km |
| Badhiasahi | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Babaja | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Alingi | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Dimiri | West | 1.67 km |
| Uttarana | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Erancha | North | 2.35 km |
| Kusunpur | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Alatalanga | East | 2.67 km |
| Arisola | West | 2.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patrakana
Patrakana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badakhandita, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.9 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 Cuttack to Patrakana is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patrakana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patrakana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Patrakana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patrakana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Patrakana
Where is Patrakana located?
Patrakana village is located in Niali Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patrakana?
The Gram Panchayat of Patrakana is Kesarada.
What is the pincode of Patrakana?
The pincode of Patrakana is 754105.
What is the population of Patrakana?
Patrakana has a total population of 1,555, including 792 males and 763 females.
How many households are there in Patrakana?
There are 359 households in Patrakana.
What is the literacy rate in Patrakana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patrakana is 74.41%. Male literacy is 79.55% and female literacy is 69.07%.