Patihinja - Kuliana, Mayurbhanj

Patihinja is a village situated in the Kuliana tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Koliana and around 22 km from Baripada. Patihinja village is a designated Gram Panchayat.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Patihinja is 389254. The village covers a total geographical area of 319 hectares and falls under the 757030 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.

Patihinja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangriposi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Patihinja

According to the 2011 Census, Patihinja village had a total population of 964 people, including 479 males and 485 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.71%, with male literacy at 69.01% and female literacy at 50.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 893.

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 Population964479485
Child Population (0–6 yrs)1356669
Scheduled Castes (SC)713437
Scheduled Tribes (ST)893445448
Literate Population495285210
Illiterate Population469194275

Nearby Villages of Patihinja

Patihinja is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Nearby VillageDirectionApprox. Distance (Aerial)
SarpankhaEast0.96 km
BhaduabedaSouth-West1.13 km
BinjhabaniWest1.60 km
SanhaladiakandmachhaSouth-East1.61 km
DantamusalSouth1.71 km
TiringidihiSouth1.72 km
KamtaEast1.94 km
SaragchhidaEast1.99 km
BhaduanuaganSouth-West2.10 km
TitiriEast2.12 km

Transport and Connectivity of Patihinja

Patihinja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Buramara, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.5 km.

ConnectivityStatusNearest Availability
Public Bus ServiceNoAvailable within 5-10 km
Private Bus ServiceNoAvailable within 5-10 km
Railway StationNo-

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Patihinja is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Patihinja is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Patihinja

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patihinja village is detailed below:

Service TypeStatusNearest Availability
BankNoAvailable within 5-10 km
ATMNoAvailable within 5-10 km
Post OfficeYesAvailable within village

Health Facilities in Patihinja

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patihinja village are given below:

Facility TypeStatusNearest Availability
Health Sub-Centre (HSC)NoAvailable within >10 km
Primary Health Centre (PHC)NoAvailable within >10 km
Community Health Centre (CHC)NoAvailable within >10 km

FAQs about Patihinja

Where is Patihinja located?

Patihinja village is located in Kuliana Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.

What is the Gram Panchayat of Patihinja?

Patihinja is its own Gram Panchayat.

What is the pincode of Patihinja?

The pincode of Patihinja is 757030.

What is the population of Patihinja?

Patihinja had a total population of 964, including 479 males and 485 females.

How many households are there in Patihinja?

Patihinja had 198 households.

What is the literacy rate in Patihinja?

As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patihinja was 59.71%. Male literacy was 69.01% and female literacy was 50.48%.