Patrapandi - Nandapur, Koraput
Patrapandi is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Thuba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patrapandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patrapandi is 429921. The village covers a total geographical area of 427 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 140 km away.
Patrapandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patrapandi
As per Census 2011, Patrapandi village has a total population of 809 people, consisting of 398 males and 411 females. The village has 234 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 282 literate and 527 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 168 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patrapandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 809 | 398 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 61 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 34 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 81 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 175 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 223 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Patrapandi
Patrapandi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Satasemili | South-East | 1.26 km |
| Khatagauraput | North | 1.38 km |
| Kukudaput | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Tudukuthuba | South | 1.88 km |
| Niladoraput | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Gulpandi | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Kandaput | South | 2.66 km |
| Paikathoba | South | 2.78 km |
| P.khilaput | West | 2.80 km |
| Ghagadapandi | West | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patrapandi
Public transport in the Patrapandi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Machhakunda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.4 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Patrapandi is about 140 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Patrapandi is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patrapandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patrapandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Patrapandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patrapandi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Patrapandi
Where is Patrapandi located?
Patrapandi village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patrapandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Patrapandi is Thuba.
What is the pincode of Patrapandi?
The pincode of Patrapandi is 764037.
What is the population of Patrapandi?
Patrapandi has a total population of 809, including 398 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Patrapandi?
There are 234 households in Patrapandi.
What is the literacy rate in Patrapandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patrapandi is 34.86%. Male literacy is 43.97% and female literacy is 26.03%.