Patulisahi - Bellaguntha, Ganjam
Patulisahi is a village situated in the Bellaguntha tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Bhanjanagar and around 120 km from Chatrapur. Dhumachai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patulisahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patulisahi is 410646. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 761126 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Patulisahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patulisahi
According to the 2011 Census, Patulisahi village had a total population of 597 people, including 307 males and 290 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.53%, with male literacy at 84.84% and female literacy at 75.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 135.
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 | 597 | 307 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 30 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 74 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 235 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 72 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Patulisahi
Patulisahi 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 Patulisahi
Patulisahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Patulisahi is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Patulisahi is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patulisahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patulisahi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patulisahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patulisahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Patulisahi
Where is Patulisahi located?
Patulisahi village is located in Bellaguntha Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patulisahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Patulisahi is Dhumachai.
What is the pincode of Patulisahi?
The pincode of Patulisahi is 761126.
What is the population of Patulisahi?
Patulisahi had a total population of 597, including 307 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Patulisahi?
Patulisahi had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patulisahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patulisahi was 80.53%. Male literacy was 84.84% and female literacy was 75.79%.