Oukhamapatana - Dhenkanal Sadar, Dhenkanal
Oukhamapatana is a village situated in the Dhenkanal Sadar tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhenkanal Sadar and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Chandrasekhar Prasad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Oukhamapatana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oukhamapatana is 403352. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 759015 pincode. Dhenkanal is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Oukhamapatana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhenkanal Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Oukhamapatana
As per Census 2011, Oukhamapatana village has a total population of 1,593 people, consisting of 834 males and 759 females. The village has 358 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,229 literate and 364 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Oukhamapatana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,593 | 834 | 759 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 86 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 25 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 1,229 | 686 | 543 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 148 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Oukhamapatana
Oukhamapatana 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 Oukhamapatana
Oukhamapatana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhenkanal to Oukhamapatana is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Oukhamapatana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oukhamapatana 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Oukhamapatana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Oukhamapatana 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Oukhamapatana
Where is Oukhamapatana located?
Oukhamapatana village is located in Dhenkanal Sadar Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Oukhamapatana?
The Gram Panchayat of Oukhamapatana is Chandrasekhar Prasad.
What is the pincode of Oukhamapatana?
The pincode of Oukhamapatana is 759015.
What is the population of Oukhamapatana?
Oukhamapatana has a total population of 1,593, including 834 males and 759 females.
How many households are there in Oukhamapatana?
There are 358 households in Oukhamapatana.
What is the literacy rate in Oukhamapatana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oukhamapatana is 77.15%. Male literacy is 82.25% and female literacy is 71.54%.