Patapanga - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Patapanga is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ranipanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patapanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patapanga is 417166. The village covers a total geographical area of 161 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 140 km away.
Patapanga 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 Patapanga
As per Census 2011, Patapanga village has a total population of 97 people, consisting of 42 males and 55 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 1,309 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 20 literate and 77 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patapanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 97 | 42 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 42 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 15 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 27 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Patapanga
Patapanga 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 Patapanga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Patapanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rayagada to Patapanga is about 140 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Patapanga is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patapanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patapanga 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 Patapanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patapanga 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 Patapanga
Where is Patapanga located?
Patapanga village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patapanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Patapanga is Ranipanga.
What is the pincode of Patapanga?
The pincode of Patapanga is 762105.
What is the population of Patapanga?
Patapanga has a total population of 97, including 42 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Patapanga?
There are 19 households in Patapanga.
What is the literacy rate in Patapanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patapanga is 20.62%. Male literacy is 35.71% and female literacy is 9.09%.