Patakusumi - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Patakusumi is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Ainabhata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patakusumi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patakusumi is 424178. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 766018 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Patakusumi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patakusumi
As per Census 2011, Patakusumi village has a total population of 290 people, consisting of 133 males and 157 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 1,180 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 17 literate and 273 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 121 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patakusumi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 290 | 133 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 22 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 56 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 16 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 117 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Patakusumi
Patakusumi 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 Patakusumi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Patakusumi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Junagarh to Patakusumi is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Patakusumi is about 78 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 Patakusumi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patakusumi 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patakusumi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patakusumi 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 Patakusumi
Where is Patakusumi located?
Patakusumi village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patakusumi?
The Gram Panchayat of Patakusumi is Ainabhata.
What is the pincode of Patakusumi?
The pincode of Patakusumi is 766018.
What is the population of Patakusumi?
Patakusumi has a total population of 290, including 133 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Patakusumi?
There are 69 households in Patakusumi.
What is the literacy rate in Patakusumi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patakusumi is 5.86%. Male literacy is 12.03% and female literacy is 0.64%.