Phatkamunda - Boipariguda, Koraput
Phatkamunda is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Dandabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phatkamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phatkamunda is 429346. The village covers a total geographical area of 310 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 250 km away.
Phatkamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phatkamunda
As per Census 2011, Phatkamunda village has a total population of 106 people, consisting of 48 males and 58 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,208 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 16 literate and 90 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 105 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phatkamunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 106 | 48 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 47 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 14 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 34 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Phatkamunda
Phatkamunda 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 Phatkamunda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Phatkamunda. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Phatkamunda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Phatkamunda is about 250 km, with a usual travel time of around ~7.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Phatkamunda is about 75 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 Phatkamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phatkamunda 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 Phatkamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phatkamunda 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 Phatkamunda
Where is Phatkamunda located?
Phatkamunda village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phatkamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Phatkamunda is Dandabadi.
What is the pincode of Phatkamunda?
The pincode of Phatkamunda is 764043.
What is the population of Phatkamunda?
Phatkamunda has a total population of 106, including 48 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Phatkamunda?
There are 25 households in Phatkamunda.
What is the literacy rate in Phatkamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phatkamunda is 15.09%. Male literacy is 29.17% and female literacy is 3.45%.