Patharapunji - Sanakhemundi, Ganjam
Patharapunji is a village situated in the Sanakhemundi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Hinjili and around 55 km from Chatrapur. Dengapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patharapunji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patharapunji is 412303. The village covers a total geographical area of 111 hectares and falls under the 761101 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Patharapunji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hinjili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patharapunji
According to the 2011 Census, Patharapunji village had a total population of 2,267 people, including 1,241 males and 1,026 females, living in 451 households. The sex ratio was 827 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.93%, with male literacy at 79.31% and female literacy at 54.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 230.
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 | 2,267 | 1,241 | 1,026 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 173 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 119 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,341 | 847 | 494 |
| Illiterate Population | 926 | 394 | 532 |
Nearby Villages of Patharapunji
Patharapunji 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 Patharapunji
Patharapunji is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Digapahandi to Patharapunji is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Patharapunji is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patharapunji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patharapunji village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Patharapunji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patharapunji 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Patharapunji
Where is Patharapunji located?
Patharapunji village is located in Sanakhemundi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patharapunji?
The Gram Panchayat of Patharapunji is Dengapadar.
What is the pincode of Patharapunji?
The pincode of Patharapunji is 761101.
What is the population of Patharapunji?
Patharapunji had a total population of 2,267, including 1,241 males and 1,026 females.
How many households are there in Patharapunji?
Patharapunji had 451 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patharapunji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patharapunji was 67.93%. Male literacy was 79.31% and female literacy was 54.53%.