Patharapunji - Ranapur, Nayagarh
Patharapunji is a village situated in the Ranapur tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranapur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Majhiakhanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patharapunji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patharapunji is 406911. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 752026 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Patharapunji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patharapunji
According to the 2011 Census, Patharapunji village had a total population of 216 people, including 115 males and 101 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.43%, with male literacy at 95.28% and female literacy at 74.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 216 | 115 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 101 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 14 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Patharapunji
Patharapunji 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 Patharapunji
Public transport in the Patharapunji is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Patharapunji.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Patharapunji is about 40 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 Patharapunji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patharapunji 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 Patharapunji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patharapunji village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Patharapunji
Where is Patharapunji located?
Patharapunji village is located in Ranapur Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patharapunji?
The Gram Panchayat of Patharapunji is Majhiakhanda.
What is the pincode of Patharapunji?
The pincode of Patharapunji is 752026.
What is the population of Patharapunji?
Patharapunji had a total population of 216, including 115 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Patharapunji?
Patharapunji had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patharapunji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patharapunji was 85.43%. Male literacy was 95.28% and female literacy was 74.19%.