Phatakasingi - Patrapur, Ganjam
Phatakasingi is a village situated in the Patrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 66 km from Ramagiri and around 76 km from Chatrapur. Tumbagada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phatakasingi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phatakasingi is 413408. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 761013 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Phatakasingi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phatakasingi
According to the 2011 Census, Phatakasingi village had a total population of 81 people, including 39 males and 42 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 57.14% and female literacy at 44.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 81.
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 | 81 | 39 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 39 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 23 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Phatakasingi
Phatakasingi 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 Phatakasingi
Public transport in the Phatakasingi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Brahmapur to Phatakasingi is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Phatakasingi is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phatakasingi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phatakasingi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Phatakasingi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phatakasingi 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 Phatakasingi
Where is Phatakasingi located?
Phatakasingi village is located in Patrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Phatakasingi?
The Gram Panchayat of Phatakasingi is Tumbagada.
What is the pincode of Phatakasingi?
The pincode of Phatakasingi is 761013.
What is the population of Phatakasingi?
Phatakasingi had a total population of 81, including 39 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Phatakasingi?
Phatakasingi had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phatakasingi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phatakasingi was 50.00%. Male literacy was 57.14% and female literacy was 44.74%.