Patangaguda - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Patangaguda is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 176 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gugurumaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patangaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patangaguda is 417245. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 142 km away.
Patangaguda 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 Patangaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Patangaguda village had a total population of 29 people, including 15 males and 14 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.67%, with male literacy at 13.33% and female literacy at 22.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 29.
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 | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 13 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Patangaguda
Patangaguda 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 Patangaguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Patangaguda.
| 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 Rayagada to Patangaguda is about 142 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Patangaguda is about 176 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patangaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patangaguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patangaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patangaguda 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 Patangaguda
Where is Patangaguda located?
Patangaguda village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patangaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Patangaguda is Gugurumaha.
What is the pincode of Patangaguda?
The pincode of Patangaguda is 762105.
What is the population of Patangaguda?
Patangaguda had a total population of 29, including 15 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Patangaguda?
Patangaguda had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patangaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patangaguda was 16.67%. Male literacy was 13.33% and female literacy was 22.22%.