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
According to the 2011 Census, Patraguda village had a total population of 208 people, including 116 males and 92 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 793 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.50%, with male literacy at 78.13% and female literacy at 43.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 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 had a total population of 208, including 116 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Patraguda?
Patraguda had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patraguda was 62.50%. Male literacy was 78.13% and female literacy was 43.75%.