Patapani - Komna, Nuapada
Patapani is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Tikrapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patapani is 421893. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Patapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patapani
According to the 2011 Census, Patapani village had a total population of 148 people, including 74 males and 74 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.15%, with male literacy at 68.18% and female literacy at 33.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 147.
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 | 148 | 74 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 74 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 45 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 29 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Patapani
Patapani 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 Patapani
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Patapani. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Patapani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Patapani is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Patapani is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patapani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patapani 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 Patapani
Where is Patapani located?
Patapani village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Patapani is Tikrapada.
What is the pincode of Patapani?
The pincode of Patapani is 766106.
What is the population of Patapani?
Patapani had a total population of 148, including 74 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Patapani?
Patapani had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patapani was 51.15%. Male literacy was 68.18% and female literacy was 33.85%.