Patharpunja - Dasapalla, Nayagarh
Patharpunja is a village situated in the Dasapalla tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasapalla and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Sariganda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patharpunja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patharpunja is 405461. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 752084 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Patharpunja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patharpunja
According to the 2011 Census, Patharpunja village had a total population of 344 people, including 186 males and 158 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 849 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.71%, with male literacy at 76.33% and female literacy at 58.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 344 | 186 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 129 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 57 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Patharpunja
Patharpunja 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 Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Niliguda | North-West | 0.88 km |
| Bandhugaon | South-East | 0.94 km |
| Barapalli | North | 1.25 km |
| Gopinathpur | South | 1.31 km |
| Sariganda | South | 1.46 km |
| Rayatiodasara | West | 1.93 km |
| Kukuprasad | South | 2.03 km |
| Narasinghpur | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Nijandhrakot | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Paikodasar | West | 2.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patharpunja
Patharpunja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kerejanga, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.6 km.
| 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 Nayagarh to Patharpunja is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patharpunja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patharpunja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Patharpunja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patharpunja 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patharpunja
Where is Patharpunja located?
Patharpunja village is located in Dasapalla Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patharpunja?
The Gram Panchayat of Patharpunja is Sariganda.
What is the pincode of Patharpunja?
The pincode of Patharpunja is 752084.
What is the population of Patharpunja?
Patharpunja had a total population of 344, including 186 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Patharpunja?
Patharpunja had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patharpunja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patharpunja was 67.71%. Male literacy was 76.33% and female literacy was 58.00%.