Athagadapatna - Kabisuryanagar, Ganjam
Athagadapatna is a village situated in the Kabisuryanagar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kabisuryanagar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Athagadapatna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athagadapatna is 411431. The village covers a total geographical area of 1920 hectares and falls under the 761105 pincode. Kavisurjyanagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Athagadapatna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athagadapatna
As per Census 2011, Athagadapatna village has a total population of 5,670 people, consisting of 2,921 males and 2,749 females. The village has 1,245 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 669 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,598 literate and 2,072 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,023 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Athagadapatna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,670 | 2,921 | 2,749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 669 | 356 | 313 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,023 | 528 | 495 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 3,598 | 2,086 | 1,512 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,072 | 835 | 1,237 |
Nearby Villages of Athagadapatna
Athagadapatna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ektala Bira Balunkeswarpur | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Pithapur | West | 2.66 km |
| Nutanaramasabagada | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Patharapalli | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Arjunapalli | North | 3.15 km |
| Badaagula | West | 3.30 km |
| Badamahuri | East | 3.51 km |
| Baunsia | North-West | 3.58 km |
| Muktamalachampatipur | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Santararatnapalli | South | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Athagadapatna
Athagadapatna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Narasimhapura, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kavisurjyanagar to Athagadapatna is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Athagadapatna is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Athagadapatna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athagadapatna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Athagadapatna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athagadapatna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Athagadapatna
Where is Athagadapatna located?
Athagadapatna village is located in Kabisuryanagar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athagadapatna?
Athagadapatna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Athagadapatna?
The pincode of Athagadapatna is 761105.
What is the population of Athagadapatna?
Athagadapatna has a total population of 5,670, including 2,921 males and 2,749 females.
How many households are there in Athagadapatna?
There are 1,245 households in Athagadapatna.
What is the literacy rate in Athagadapatna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athagadapatna is 63.46%. Male literacy is 71.41% and female literacy is 55.00%.