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
As per Census 2011, Patapadar village has a total population of 265 people, consisting of 119 males and 146 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,226 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 56 literate and 209 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 189 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patapadar are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 265, including 119 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Patapadar?
There are 47 households in Patapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Patapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patapadar is 21.13%. Male literacy is 26.05% and female literacy is 17.12%.