Pathanguda - Kotpad, Koraput
Pathanguda is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Sargiguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pathanguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pathanguda is 428126. The village covers a total geographical area of 137 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Pathanguda 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 Pathanguda
As per Census 2011, Pathanguda village has a total population of 340 people, consisting of 181 males and 159 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 123 literate and 217 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 283 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pathanguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 340 | 181 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 283 | 150 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 94 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 87 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Pathanguda
Pathanguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baragam | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Patharlasa | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Mentri | North | 2.06 km |
| Digi | East | 2.45 km |
| Meranas | South | 3.06 km |
| Pujariguda | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Dhandra | West | 3.28 km |
| Turunji | South-West | 3.49 km |
| Pitakumuli | South | 3.62 km |
| Karlichuan | East | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pathanguda
Public transport in the Pathanguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maligura, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jeypur to Pathanguda is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Pathanguda is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pathanguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pathanguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pathanguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pathanguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pathanguda
Where is Pathanguda located?
Pathanguda village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pathanguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pathanguda is Sargiguda.
What is the pincode of Pathanguda?
The pincode of Pathanguda is 764058.
What is the population of Pathanguda?
Pathanguda has a total population of 340, including 181 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Pathanguda?
There are 85 households in Pathanguda.
What is the literacy rate in Pathanguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pathanguda is 36.18%. Male literacy is 51.93% and female literacy is 18.24%.