Patanda Village - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Patanda is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Kusapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patanda is 412747. The village covers a total geographical area of 180 hectares and falls under the 761012 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Patanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patanda
As per Census 2011, Patanda village has a total population of 861 people, consisting of 411 males and 450 females. The village has 221 households and a sex ratio of 1,094 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 478 literate and 383 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patanda are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 861 | 411 | 450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 54 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 478 | 286 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 125 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Patanda
Patanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kedarapur | East | 1.08 km |
| Kusapada | South | 1.10 km |
| Chakarapur | North-West | 1.24 km |
| Matiaborai | East | 2.20 km |
| Dwityadharmapur | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Chudangapur | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Anangapur | South | 2.50 km |
| Ankorada | West | 2.55 km |
| Gokarnapur | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Sahasapur | North | 2.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patanda
Patanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 125.4 km.
| 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 Brahmapur to Patanda is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Patanda is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patanda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Patanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patanda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patanda
Where is Patanda located?
Patanda village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Patanda is Kusapada.
What is the pincode of Patanda?
The pincode of Patanda is 761012.
What is the population of Patanda?
Patanda has a total population of 861, including 411 males and 450 females.
How many households are there in Patanda?
There are 221 households in Patanda.
What is the literacy rate in Patanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patanda is 55.52%. Male literacy is 69.59% and female literacy is 42.67%.