Patrapara - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Patrapara is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kumbhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patrapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patrapara is 428578. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Patrapara 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 Patrapara
According to the 2011 Census, Patrapara village had a total population of 157 people, including 87 males and 70 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 805 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.72%, with male literacy at 37.68% and female literacy at 14.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 155.
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 | 157 | 87 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 18 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 86 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 26 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 61 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Patrapara
Patrapara 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 Patrapara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Patrapara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rayagada to Patrapara is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Patrapara is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patrapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patrapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Patrapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patrapara 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 Patrapara
Where is Patrapara located?
Patrapara village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patrapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Patrapara is Kumbhari.
What is the pincode of Patrapara?
The pincode of Patrapara is 764014.
What is the population of Patrapara?
Patrapara had a total population of 157, including 87 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Patrapara?
Patrapara had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patrapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patrapara was 26.72%. Male literacy was 37.68% and female literacy was 14.52%.