Patitang - Mathili, Malkangiri
Patitang is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from Malkangiri and around 42 km from Malkangiri . Katapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patitang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patitang is 430140. The village covers a total geographical area of 696 hectares and falls under the 764045 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Patitang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patitang
According to the 2011 Census, Patitang village had a total population of 990 people, including 481 males and 509 females, living in 222 households. The sex ratio was 1,058 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.56%, with male literacy at 19.41% and female literacy at 15.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 908.
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 | 990 | 481 | 509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 74 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 908 | 440 | 468 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 79 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 839 | 402 | 437 |
Nearby Villages of Patitang
Patitang 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 Patitang
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Patitang is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Patitang is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Patitang
Where is Patitang located?
Patitang village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patitang?
The Gram Panchayat of Patitang is Katapalli.
What is the pincode of Patitang?
The pincode of Patitang is 764045.
What is the population of Patitang?
Patitang had a total population of 990, including 481 males and 509 females.
How many households are there in Patitang?
Patitang had 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patitang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patitang was 17.56%. Male literacy was 19.41% and female literacy was 15.89%.