Patalipanga - Raikia, Kandhamal
Patalipanga is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Manikeswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patalipanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patalipanga is 417563. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Patalipanga 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 Patalipanga
According to the 2011 Census, Patalipanga village had a total population of 176 people, including 78 males and 98 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,256 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.43%, with male literacy at 75.41% and female literacy at 48.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 155.
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 | 176 | 78 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 6 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 71 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 46 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 32 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Patalipanga
Patalipanga 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 Patalipanga
Patalipanga 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 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 Patalipanga is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Patalipanga is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patalipanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patalipanga 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 Patalipanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patalipanga 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patalipanga
Where is Patalipanga located?
Patalipanga village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patalipanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Patalipanga is Manikeswar.
What is the pincode of Patalipanga?
The pincode of Patalipanga is 762101.
What is the population of Patalipanga?
Patalipanga had a total population of 176, including 78 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Patalipanga?
Patalipanga had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patalipanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patalipanga was 60.43%. Male literacy was 75.41% and female literacy was 48.72%.