Patpur - Bijatala, Mayurbhanj
Patpur is a village situated in the Bijatala tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Rairangpur and around 67 km from Baripada. Luhasila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patpur is 388216. The village covers a total geographical area of 141 hectares and falls under the 757043 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Patpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patpur
As per Census 2011, Patpur village has a total population of 497 people, consisting of 257 males and 240 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 277 literate and 220 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 461 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 497 | 257 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 461 | 237 | 224 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 174 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 83 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Patpur
Patpur 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 Patpur
Public transport in the Patpur is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rairangpur to Patpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Patpur is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Patpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Patpur
Where is Patpur located?
Patpur village is located in Bijatala Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Patpur is Luhasila.
What is the pincode of Patpur?
The pincode of Patpur is 757043.
What is the population of Patpur?
Patpur has a total population of 497, including 257 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Patpur?
There are 109 households in Patpur.
What is the literacy rate in Patpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patpur is 55.73%. Male literacy is 67.70% and female literacy is 42.92%.