Patasundarpur - Astaranga, Puri
Patasundarpur is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Astaranga and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Patasundarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patasundarpur is 409195. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 752108 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Patasundarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patasundarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Patasundarpur village had a total population of 1,281 people, including 668 males and 613 females, living in 304 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.57%, with male literacy at 91.51% and female literacy at 72.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,280.
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 | 1,281 | 668 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 79 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,280 | 668 | 612 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 938 | 539 | 399 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 129 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Patasundarpur
Patasundarpur 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Osian | South-East | 1.08 km |
| Alasahi | South | 1.57 km |
| Athatira | South-West | 1.72 km |
| River Block | East | 2.06 km |
| Rishala | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Petapada | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Dihabeghari | South | 2.78 km |
| Derunia | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Beda | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Alangapur | South-West | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patasundarpur
Patasundarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Patasundarpur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Patasundarpur is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patasundarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patasundarpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patasundarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patasundarpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patasundarpur
Where is Patasundarpur located?
Patasundarpur village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patasundarpur?
Patasundarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patasundarpur?
The pincode of Patasundarpur is 752108.
What is the population of Patasundarpur?
Patasundarpur had a total population of 1,281, including 668 males and 613 females.
How many households are there in Patasundarpur?
Patasundarpur had 304 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patasundarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patasundarpur was 82.57%. Male literacy was 91.51% and female literacy was 72.94%.