Patraput - Boipariguda, Koraput
Patraput is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kenduguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patraput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patraput is 429231. The village covers a total geographical area of 180 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Patraput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Patraput
According to the 2011 Census, Patraput village had a total population of 232 people, including 108 males and 124 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,148 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.43%, with male literacy at 29.63% and female literacy at 18.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 191.
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 | 232 | 108 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 191 | 89 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 84 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Patraput
Patraput 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Doraguda | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Bergan | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Jantaguda | North | 1.65 km |
| Pialkani | North | 1.75 km |
| Kaudiaguda | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Kothiaguda | North | 2.27 km |
| Tentuliguda | West | 2.27 km |
| Gadaguda | West | 2.37 km |
| Bodhaguda | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Bodpadarguda | North | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patraput
Patraput is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhanapur Orissa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.2 km.
| 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 Sunabeda to Patraput is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Patraput is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patraput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patraput village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patraput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patraput 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Patraput
Where is Patraput located?
Patraput village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patraput?
The Gram Panchayat of Patraput is Kenduguda.
What is the pincode of Patraput?
The pincode of Patraput is 764043.
What is the population of Patraput?
Patraput had a total population of 232, including 108 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Patraput?
Patraput had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patraput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patraput was 23.43%. Male literacy was 29.63% and female literacy was 18.09%.