Patusahukateni - Gandia, Dhenkanal
Patusahukateni is a village situated in the Gandia tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gandia and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Kaluria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patusahukateni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patusahukateni is 402700. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 759014 pincode. Dhenkanal is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Patusahukateni 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 Patusahukateni
According to the 2011 Census, Patusahukateni village had a total population of 430 people, including 221 males and 209 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.21%, with male literacy at 94.18% and female literacy at 80.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 131.
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 | 430 | 221 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 32 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 63 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 334 | 178 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 43 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Patusahukateni
Patusahukateni 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 Patusahukateni
Patusahukateni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Patusahukateni is about 29 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 Patusahukateni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patusahukateni 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Patusahukateni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patusahukateni 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Patusahukateni
Where is Patusahukateni located?
Patusahukateni village is located in Gandia Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patusahukateni?
The Gram Panchayat of Patusahukateni is Kaluria.
What is the pincode of Patusahukateni?
The pincode of Patusahukateni is 759014.
What is the population of Patusahukateni?
Patusahukateni had a total population of 430, including 221 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Patusahukateni?
Patusahukateni had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patusahukateni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patusahukateni was 87.21%. Male literacy was 94.18% and female literacy was 80.41%.