Phatki - Chandahandi, Nabarangpur
Phatki is a village situated in the Chandahandi tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Chandahandi and around 112 km from Nabarangapur . Phatki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phatki is 427475. The village covers a total geographical area of 695 hectares and falls under the 764077 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Phatki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phatki
As per Census 2011, Phatki village has a total population of 2,722 people, consisting of 1,351 males and 1,371 females. The village has 639 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 446 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,093 literate and 1,629 illiterate residents. Additionally, 272 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,255 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phatki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,722 | 1,351 | 1,371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 446 | 216 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 125 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,255 | 634 | 621 |
| Literate Population | 1,093 | 712 | 381 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,629 | 639 | 990 |
Nearby Villages of Phatki
Phatki 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 Phatki
Phatki 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 >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 Umarkote to Phatki is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Phatki is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phatki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phatki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Phatki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phatki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phatki
Where is Phatki located?
Phatki village is located in Chandahandi Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phatki?
Phatki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Phatki?
The pincode of Phatki is 764077.
What is the population of Phatki?
Phatki has a total population of 2,722, including 1,351 males and 1,371 females.
How many households are there in Phatki?
There are 639 households in Phatki.
What is the literacy rate in Phatki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phatki is 40.15%. Male literacy is 52.70% and female literacy is 27.79%.