Pathanipota - Hindol, Dhenkanal
Pathanipota is a village situated in the Hindol tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hindol and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Bampa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pathanipota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pathanipota is 403066. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 759022 pincode. Anugul is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Pathanipota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hindol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pathanipota
As per Census 2011, Pathanipota village has a total population of 248 people, consisting of 126 males and 122 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 185 literate and 63 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pathanipota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 248 | 126 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 21 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 109 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 17 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Pathanipota
Pathanipota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Radhanathapur | North | 1.39 km |
| Nizgarh(hindol) | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Dholapathar | North | 2.44 km |
| Purusottampur | East | 3.25 km |
| Kandarasuni | North-East | 3.92 km |
| Baunsapokhari | North-West | 4.19 km |
| Nuakot | North-West | 4.36 km |
| Alusinga | East | 4.90 km |
| Karabira | North-West | 5.46 km |
| Sinkhola | East | 6.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pathanipota
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pathanipota. The nearest railway station is Meramandolil, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Anugul to Pathanipota is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Pathanipota is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pathanipota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pathanipota 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 Pathanipota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pathanipota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pathanipota
Where is Pathanipota located?
Pathanipota village is located in Hindol Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pathanipota?
The Gram Panchayat of Pathanipota is Bampa.
What is the pincode of Pathanipota?
The pincode of Pathanipota is 759022.
What is the population of Pathanipota?
Pathanipota has a total population of 248, including 126 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Pathanipota?
There are 56 households in Pathanipota.
What is the literacy rate in Pathanipota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pathanipota is 74.60%. Male literacy is 86.51% and female literacy is 62.30%.