Patangi - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Patangi is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kirikuti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patangi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patangi is 417365. The village covers a total geographical area of 472 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Patangi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patangi
According to the 2011 Census, Patangi village had a total population of 594 people, including 295 males and 299 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.57%, with male literacy at 79.60% and female literacy at 49.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 453.
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 | 594 | 295 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 45 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 453 | 227 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 199 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 96 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Patangi
Patangi 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 Patangi
Public transport in the Patangi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Phulabani to Patangi is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Patangi is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patangi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Patangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patangi 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 Patangi
Where is Patangi located?
Patangi village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patangi?
The Gram Panchayat of Patangi is Kirikuti.
What is the pincode of Patangi?
The pincode of Patangi is 762104.
What is the population of Patangi?
Patangi had a total population of 594, including 295 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Patangi?
Patangi had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patangi was 64.57%. Male literacy was 79.60% and female literacy was 49.18%.