Patpur - Kaptipada, Mayurbhanj
Patpur is a village situated in the Kaptipada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaptipada and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Pedagadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patpur is 391179. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 757041 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 4 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 Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patpur
According to the 2011 Census, Patpur village had a total population of 499 people, including 247 males and 252 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.48%, with male literacy at 84.79% and female literacy at 56.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 446.
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 | 499 | 247 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 446 | 219 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 184 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 63 | 128 |
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
Patpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Udala to Patpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Patpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Patpur
Where is Patpur located?
Patpur village is located in Kaptipada Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Patpur is Pedagadi.
What is the pincode of Patpur?
The pincode of Patpur is 757041.
What is the population of Patpur?
Patpur had a total population of 499, including 247 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Patpur?
Patpur had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patpur was 70.48%. Male literacy was 84.79% and female literacy was 56.36%.