Patamaha - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Patamaha is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Baliguda and around 123 km from Phulbani. Adimaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patamaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patamaha is 416798. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Patamaha 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 Patamaha
As per Census 2011, Patamaha village has a total population of 278 people, consisting of 153 males and 125 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 816 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 139 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patamaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 278 | 153 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 39 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 139 | 72 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 59 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 94 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Patamaha
Patamaha 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 Patamaha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Patamaha. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Patamaha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Phulabani to Patamaha is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Patamaha is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patamaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patamaha 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 Patamaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patamaha 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patamaha
Where is Patamaha located?
Patamaha village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patamaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Patamaha is Adimaha.
What is the pincode of Patamaha?
The pincode of Patamaha is 762103.
What is the population of Patamaha?
Patamaha has a total population of 278, including 153 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Patamaha?
There are 59 households in Patamaha.
What is the literacy rate in Patamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patamaha is 37.05%. Male literacy is 38.56% and female literacy is 35.20%.