Paturia - Gania, Nayagarh
Paturia is a village situated in the Gania tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gania and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Kishoreprasad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paturia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paturia is 405391. The village covers a total geographical area of 293 hectares and falls under the 752085 pincode. Khandapada is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Paturia 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 Paturia
According to the 2011 Census, Paturia village had a total population of 864 people, including 449 males and 415 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.55%, with male literacy at 70.18% and female literacy at 52.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 864 | 449 | 415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 50 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 45 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 469 | 280 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 169 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Paturia
Paturia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harirajpur Oraf Langal Kanta | West | 1.66 km |
| Indipata | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Gokula | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Pandrasingha | South | 2.59 km |
| Kaliapada | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Khalisara | South | 2.90 km |
| Balaramaprasad | South | 3.05 km |
| Belapada Bechhapari | West | 3.10 km |
| Thengapalli | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Rajakiari | South-East | 3.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paturia
Paturia 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 64.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandapada to Paturia is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Paturia is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paturia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paturia 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Paturia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paturia 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 Paturia
Where is Paturia located?
Paturia village is located in Gania Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paturia?
The Gram Panchayat of Paturia is Kishoreprasad.
What is the pincode of Paturia?
The pincode of Paturia is 752085.
What is the population of Paturia?
Paturia had a total population of 864, including 449 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Paturia?
Paturia had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paturia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paturia was 61.55%. Male literacy was 70.18% and female literacy was 52.07%.