Patamaska - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Patamaska is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sudra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patamaska village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patamaska is 416591. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Patamaska village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patamaska
According to the 2011 Census, Patamaska village had a total population of 79 people, including 37 males and 42 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,135 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.14%, with male literacy at 48.00% and female literacy at 19.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 79 | 37 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 25 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Patamaska
Patamaska 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 Patamaska
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Patamaska.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sonapur to Patamaska is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Patamaska is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patamaska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patamaska 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Patamaska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patamaska village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patamaska
Where is Patamaska located?
Patamaska village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patamaska?
The Gram Panchayat of Patamaska is Sudra.
What is the pincode of Patamaska?
The pincode of Patamaska is 762110.
What is the population of Patamaska?
Patamaska had a total population of 79, including 37 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Patamaska?
Patamaska had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patamaska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patamaska was 32.14%. Male literacy was 48.00% and female literacy was 19.35%.