Pathara - Khandapada, Nayagarh
Pathara is a village situated in the Khandapada tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khandapada and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Balabhadraprasad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pathara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pathara is 405975. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 752077 pincode. Khandapada is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Pathara 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 Pathara
As per Census 2011, Pathara village has a total population of 233 people, consisting of 127 males and 106 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 834 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 156 literate and 77 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pathara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 233 | 127 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 95 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 32 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Pathara
Pathara 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 Pathara
Pathara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Khandapada to Pathara is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Pathara is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pathara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pathara 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 Pathara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pathara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pathara
Where is Pathara located?
Pathara village is located in Khandapada Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pathara?
The Gram Panchayat of Pathara is Balabhadraprasad.
What is the pincode of Pathara?
The pincode of Pathara is 752077.
What is the population of Pathara?
Pathara has a total population of 233, including 127 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Pathara?
There are 73 households in Pathara.
What is the literacy rate in Pathara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pathara is 66.95%. Male literacy is 74.80% and female literacy is 57.55%.