Patepani - Rairangpur, Mayurbhanj
Patepani is a village situated in the Rairangpur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Rairangpur Town and around 77 km from Baripada. Purunapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patepani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patepani is 387645. The village covers a total geographical area of 251 hectares and falls under the 757043 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Patepani 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 Patepani
According to the 2011 Census, Patepani village had a total population of 485 people, including 228 males and 257 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 1,127 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.21%, with male literacy at 77.01% and female literacy at 52.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 455.
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 | 485 | 228 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 41 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 455 | 212 | 243 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 144 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 84 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Patepani
Patepani 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 Patepani
Patepani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Patepani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Patepani is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Patepani is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patepani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patepani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patepani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patepani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Patepani
Where is Patepani located?
Patepani village is located in Rairangpur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patepani?
The Gram Panchayat of Patepani is Purunapani.
What is the pincode of Patepani?
The pincode of Patepani is 757043.
What is the population of Patepani?
Patepani had a total population of 485, including 228 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Patepani?
Patepani had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patepani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patepani was 64.21%. Male literacy was 77.01% and female literacy was 52.66%.