Patelpada - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Patelpada is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Naktikani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patelpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patelpada is 423863. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 766016 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Patelpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patelpada
As per Census 2011, Patelpada village has a total population of 190 people, consisting of 92 males and 98 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 1,065 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 164 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patelpada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 190 | 92 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 14 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 78 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 66 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 26 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Patelpada
Patelpada 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 Patelpada
Patelpada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Patelpada.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Patelpada is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Patelpada is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patelpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patelpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patelpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patelpada 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 Patelpada
Where is Patelpada located?
Patelpada village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patelpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Patelpada is Naktikani.
What is the pincode of Patelpada?
The pincode of Patelpada is 766016.
What is the population of Patelpada?
Patelpada has a total population of 190, including 92 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Patelpada?
There are 43 households in Patelpada.
What is the literacy rate in Patelpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patelpada is 50.53%. Male literacy is 71.74% and female literacy is 30.61%.