Patapadar - Mohana, Gajapati
Patapadar is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 114 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Sikulipadara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patapadar is 413840. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 761015 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Patapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Patapadar village had a total population of 265 people, including 119 males and 146 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,227 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.92%, with male literacy at 31.00% and female literacy at 23.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 189.
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 | 265 | 119 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 19 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 89 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 88 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Patapadar
Patapadar 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 Patapadar
Public transport in the Patapadar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Digapahandi to Patapadar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Patapadar is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patapadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Patapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patapadar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Patapadar
Where is Patapadar located?
Patapadar village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Patapadar is Sikulipadara.
What is the pincode of Patapadar?
The pincode of Patapadar is 761015.
What is the population of Patapadar?
Patapadar had a total population of 265, including 119 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Patapadar?
Patapadar had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patapadar was 26.92%. Male literacy was 31.00% and female literacy was 23.15%.