Patakukuta Village - Khandapada, Nayagarh
Patakukuta is a village situated in the Khandapada tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khandapada and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Bada Banapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patakukuta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patakukuta is 405930. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 752077 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Patakukuta 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.
Nearby Villages of Patakukuta
Patakukuta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mareikana | North-East | 1.04 km |
| Tankupada | North-West | 1.07 km |
| Gopinathpur | West | 1.44 km |
| Nayana Sagar | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Pata Barakoli | South | 2.60 km |
| Benagadia | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Suliapahad | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Padia Bhanga | South | 3.10 km |
| Sarapokhari | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Chaitanapur | North-West | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patakukuta
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Patakukuta. The nearest railway station is Meramandolil, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Patakukuta is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patakukuta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patakukuta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Patakukuta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patakukuta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patakukuta
Where is Patakukuta located?
Patakukuta village is located in Khandapada Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patakukuta?
The Gram Panchayat of Patakukuta is Bada Banapur.
What is the pincode of Patakukuta?
The pincode of Patakukuta is 752077.