Patrapada - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Patrapada is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dutipada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patrapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patrapada is 415630. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Patrapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patrapada
According to the 2011 Census, Patrapada village had a total population of 169 people, including 79 males and 90 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,139 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.66%, with male literacy at 91.30% and female literacy at 59.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 116.
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 | 169 | 79 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 23 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 56 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 63 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 16 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Patrapada
Patrapada 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 Patrapada
Public transport in the Patrapada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Patrapada is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Patrapada is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patrapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patrapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Patrapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patrapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Patrapada
Where is Patrapada located?
Patrapada village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patrapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Patrapada is Dutipada.
What is the pincode of Patrapada?
The pincode of Patrapada is 762012.
What is the population of Patrapada?
Patrapada had a total population of 169, including 79 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Patrapada?
Patrapada had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patrapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patrapada was 74.66%. Male literacy was 91.30% and female literacy was 59.74%.