Pathara - Kanisi, Ganjam
Pathara is a village situated in the Kanisi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Gopalpur and around 15 km from Chatrapur. Dura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pathara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pathara is 412614. The village covers a total geographical area of 405 hectares and falls under the 760007 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Pathara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pathara
As per Census 2011, Pathara village has a total population of 2,316 people, consisting of 1,166 males and 1,150 females. The village has 502 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 279 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,517 literate and 799 illiterate residents. Additionally, 594 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 56 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pathara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,316 | 1,166 | 1,150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 150 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 594 | 284 | 310 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 41 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,517 | 844 | 673 |
| Illiterate Population | 799 | 322 | 477 |
Nearby Villages of Pathara
Pathara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palligumula | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Mandiapalli | East | 2.18 km |
| Sanakustalli | North | 2.22 km |
| Aruapalli | South | 2.70 km |
| Rangeilunda | East | 2.91 km |
| Narendrapur | North-East | 2.96 km |
| Badagumula | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Badakustalli | North | 3.66 km |
| Raghunathapur | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Gounju | South-West | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pathara
Pathara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jagan Nathapur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Pathara is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Pathara is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pathara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pathara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pathara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pathara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pathara
Where is Pathara located?
Pathara village is located in Kanisi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pathara?
The Gram Panchayat of Pathara is Dura.
What is the pincode of Pathara?
The pincode of Pathara is 760007.
What is the population of Pathara?
Pathara has a total population of 2,316, including 1,166 males and 1,150 females.
How many households are there in Pathara?
There are 502 households in Pathara.
What is the literacy rate in Pathara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pathara is 65.50%. Male literacy is 72.38% and female literacy is 58.52%.