Paching - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Paching is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kumbhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paching village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paching is 428597. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Paching village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paching
According to the 2011 Census, Paching village had a total population of 323 people, including 142 males and 181 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,275 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.66%, with male literacy at 37.17% and female literacy at 24.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 314.
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 | 323 | 142 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 314 | 136 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 100 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Paching
Paching 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 Paching
Public transport in the Paching is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Paching is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Paching is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paching
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paching village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paching
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paching village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Paching
Where is Paching located?
Paching village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paching?
The Gram Panchayat of Paching is Kumbhari.
What is the pincode of Paching?
The pincode of Paching is 764014.
What is the population of Paching?
Paching had a total population of 323, including 142 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Paching?
Paching had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paching?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paching was 29.66%. Male literacy was 37.17% and female literacy was 24.00%.