Patraguda - Mathili, Malkangiri
Patraguda is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Pangam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patraguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patraguda is 430399. The village covers a total geographical area of 340 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Patraguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patraguda
As per Census 2011, Patraguda village has a total population of 208 people, consisting of 116 males and 92 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 793 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 110 literate and 98 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patraguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 208 | 116 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 75 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 41 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Patraguda
Patraguda 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 Patraguda
Patraguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Patraguda is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Patraguda is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patraguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patraguda 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 Patraguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patraguda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Patraguda
Where is Patraguda located?
Patraguda village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patraguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Patraguda is Pangam.
What is the pincode of Patraguda?
The pincode of Patraguda is 764044.
What is the population of Patraguda?
Patraguda has a total population of 208, including 116 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Patraguda?
There are 45 households in Patraguda.
What is the literacy rate in Patraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patraguda is 52.88%. Male literacy is 64.66% and female literacy is 38.04%.