Patamaha - K. Nuagaon, Kandhamal
Patamaha is a village situated in the K. Nuagaon tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Baliguda and around 90 km from Phulbani. Gumikia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patamaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patamaha is 416736. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 78 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
According to the 2011 Census, Patamaha village had a total population of 195 people, including 94 males and 101 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.82%, with male literacy at 92.11% and female literacy at 59.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
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 | 195 | 94 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 18 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 40 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 70 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 24 | 55 |
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
Patamaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Patamaha is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Patamaha is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 K. Nuagaon Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patamaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Patamaha is Gumikia.
What is the pincode of Patamaha?
The pincode of Patamaha is 762103.
What is the population of Patamaha?
Patamaha had a total population of 195, including 94 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Patamaha?
Patamaha had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patamaha was 75.82%. Male literacy was 92.11% and female literacy was 59.74%.