Phatamunda - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Phatamunda is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Damkarlakhunta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phatamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phatamunda is 422584. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Phatamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phatamunda
As per Census 2011, Phatamunda village has a total population of 306 people, consisting of 159 males and 147 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 163 literate and 143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phatamunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 306 | 159 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 53 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 97 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 62 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Phatamunda
Phatamunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dangabahal | North | 0.82 km |
| Pajibahli | South | 1.38 km |
| Baglamunda | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Belgova | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Kandegaon | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Dumerguda | North | 1.96 km |
| Penjikupa | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Domkarlakhunta | East | 2.15 km |
| Borbhata | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Podelkona | West | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phatamunda
Phatamunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhawanipatna to Phatamunda is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phatamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phatamunda 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 Phatamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phatamunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Phatamunda
Where is Phatamunda located?
Phatamunda village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phatamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Phatamunda is Damkarlakhunta.
What is the pincode of Phatamunda?
The pincode of Phatamunda is 766102.
What is the population of Phatamunda?
Phatamunda has a total population of 306, including 159 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Phatamunda?
There are 77 households in Phatamunda.
What is the literacy rate in Phatamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phatamunda is 53.27%. Male literacy is 61.01% and female literacy is 44.90%.