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
As per Census 2011, Patharadwar village has a total population of 1,384 people, consisting of 749 males and 635 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 847 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,033 literate and 351 illiterate residents. Additionally, 865 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patharadwar are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,384, including 749 males and 635 females.
How many households are there in Patharadwar?
There are 290 households in Patharadwar.
What is the literacy rate in Patharadwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patharadwar is 74.64%. Male literacy is 82.11% and female literacy is 65.83%.