Patharachakada - Bhapur, Nayagarh
Patharachakada is a village situated in the Bhapur tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Fategarh and around 42 km from Nayagarh . Patharachakada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patharachakada is 406079. The village covers a total geographical area of 486 hectares and falls under the 752063 pincode. Khandapada is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Patharachakada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khandapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patharachakada
According to the 2011 Census, Patharachakada village had a total population of 1,610 people, including 844 males and 766 females, living in 364 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.33%, with male literacy at 83.51% and female literacy at 66.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 1,610 | 844 | 766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 104 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,069 | 618 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 541 | 226 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Patharachakada
Patharachakada 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 Patharachakada
Patharachakada 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 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 Khandapada to Patharachakada is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Patharachakada is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patharachakada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patharachakada 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Patharachakada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patharachakada 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Patharachakada
Where is Patharachakada located?
Patharachakada village is located in Bhapur Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patharachakada?
Patharachakada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patharachakada?
The pincode of Patharachakada is 752063.
What is the population of Patharachakada?
Patharachakada had a total population of 1,610, including 844 males and 766 females.
How many households are there in Patharachakada?
Patharachakada had 364 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patharachakada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patharachakada was 75.33%. Male literacy was 83.51% and female literacy was 66.42%.