Patalghutkuri - Nuapada

Patalghutkuri is a village situated in the Nuapada tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Nuapada, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Amanara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patalghutkuri village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Patalghutkuri is 421687. The village covers a total geographical area of 190 hectares and falls under the 766105 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.

Patalghutkuri 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 Patalghutkuri

According to the 2011 Census, Patalghutkuri village had a total population of 780 people, including 366 males and 414 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 1,131 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.03%, with male literacy at 73.19% and female literacy at 48.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 141.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Patalghutkuri

Patalghutkuri is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Patalghutkuri

Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Patalghutkuri. The nearest railway station is Khariar Road, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.6 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Patalghutkuri is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Patalghutkuri is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Patalghutkuri

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patalghutkuri village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Patalghutkuri

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patalghutkuri village are given below:

FAQs about Patalghutkuri