Patharadwar - Khandapada, Nayagarh
Patharadwar is a village situated in the Khandapada tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khandapada and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Benagadia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patharadwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patharadwar is 406026. The village covers a total geographical area of 233 hectares and falls under the 752077 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Patharadwar 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 Patharadwar
According to the 2011 Census, Patharadwar village had a total population of 1,384 people, including 749 males and 635 females, living in 290 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.16%, with male literacy at 93.47% and female literacy at 75.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 865, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) 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 | 1,384 | 749 | 635 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 91 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 865 | 466 | 399 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,033 | 615 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 134 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Patharadwar
Patharadwar 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 Patharadwar
Patharadwar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Nayagarh to Patharadwar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patharadwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patharadwar 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 Patharadwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patharadwar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Patharadwar
Where is Patharadwar located?
Patharadwar village is located in Khandapada Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patharadwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Patharadwar is Benagadia.
What is the pincode of Patharadwar?
The pincode of Patharadwar is 752077.
What is the population of Patharadwar?
Patharadwar had a total population of 1,384, including 749 males and 635 females.
How many households are there in Patharadwar?
Patharadwar had 290 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patharadwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patharadwar was 85.16%. Male literacy was 93.47% and female literacy was 75.32%.