Patapur - Udala, Mayurbhanj
Patapur is a village situated in the Udala tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udala and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Khaladi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patapur is 391035. The village covers a total geographical area of 132 hectares and falls under the 757041 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Patapur 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 Patapur
According to the 2011 Census, Patapur village had a total population of 1,815 people, including 896 males and 919 females, living in 398 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.32%, with male literacy at 86.03% and female literacy at 70.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,140.
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 | 1,815 | 896 | 919 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 87 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,140 | 570 | 570 |
| Literate Population | 1,286 | 696 | 590 |
| Illiterate Population | 529 | 200 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Patapur
Patapur 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 Patapur
Patapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Udala to Patapur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Patapur is about 48 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 Patapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patapur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Patapur
Where is Patapur located?
Patapur village is located in Udala Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Patapur is Khaladi.
What is the pincode of Patapur?
The pincode of Patapur is 757041.
What is the population of Patapur?
Patapur had a total population of 1,815, including 896 males and 919 females.
How many households are there in Patapur?
Patapur had 398 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patapur was 78.32%. Male literacy was 86.03% and female literacy was 70.83%.