Ajagar Patia - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Ajagar Patia is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Iswarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ajagar Patia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ajagar Patia is 395824. The village covers a total geographical area of 232 hectares and falls under the 754248 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Ajagar Patia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ajagar Patia
According to the 2011 Census, Ajagar Patia village had a total population of 492 people, including 243 males and 249 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 98.09%, with male literacy at 99.52% and female literacy at 96.67%.
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 | 492 | 243 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 34 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 411 | 208 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 35 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Ajagar Patia
Ajagar Patia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Balunga Patia | North-East | 0.95 km |
| Purusottampur | South | 1.14 km |
| Junus Nagar | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Rajbijaya Nagar | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Bagapatia(uttar) | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Arjunpur | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Adabhutia | South | 2.39 km |
| Chakamanpur | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Sribantapur | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Sana Gokhani | North-West | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ajagar Patia
Public transport in the Ajagar Patia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Paradip, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.2 km.
| 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 Pattamundai to Ajagar Patia is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Ajagar Patia 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 Ajagar Patia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ajagar Patia 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 Ajagar Patia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ajagar Patia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ajagar Patia
Where is Ajagar Patia located?
Ajagar Patia village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ajagar Patia?
The Gram Panchayat of Ajagar Patia is Iswarpur.
What is the pincode of Ajagar Patia?
The pincode of Ajagar Patia is 754248.
What is the population of Ajagar Patia?
Ajagar Patia had a total population of 492, including 243 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Ajagar Patia?
Ajagar Patia had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ajagar Patia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ajagar Patia was 98.09%. Male literacy was 99.52% and female literacy was 96.67%.