Phatkimahul - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Phatkimahul is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Gopinathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phatkimahul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phatkimahul is 424498. The village covers a total geographical area of 187 hectares and falls under the 766026 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Phatkimahul 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 Phatkimahul
As per Census 2011, Phatkimahul village has a total population of 469 people, consisting of 231 males and 238 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 206 literate and 263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 325 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phatkimahul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 469 | 231 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 38 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 325 | 160 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 145 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 86 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Phatkimahul
Phatkimahul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dingiribandha | South | 1.49 km |
| Badabag (bandabag) | East | 1.69 km |
| Jubarajpur | North | 1.70 km |
| Durkhal | East | 1.85 km |
| Gopinathpur | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Kanasukuli | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Sanachhatarang | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Chingiripas | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Mushajal | South-East | 3.35 km |
| Muskuta | East | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phatkimahul
Phatkimahul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tikiri, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.8 km.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Phatkimahul is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Phatkimahul is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phatkimahul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phatkimahul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Phatkimahul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phatkimahul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phatkimahul
Where is Phatkimahul located?
Phatkimahul village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phatkimahul?
The Gram Panchayat of Phatkimahul is Gopinathpur.
What is the pincode of Phatkimahul?
The pincode of Phatkimahul is 766026.
What is the population of Phatkimahul?
Phatkimahul has a total population of 469, including 231 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Phatkimahul?
There are 113 households in Phatkimahul.
What is the literacy rate in Phatkimahul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phatkimahul is 43.92%. Male literacy is 62.77% and female literacy is 25.63%.