Patanapur - Delanga, Puri
Patanapur is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Delanga and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Sujanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patanapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patanapur is 408581. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 752015 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Patanapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patanapur
As per Census 2011, Patanapur village has a total population of 942 people, consisting of 481 males and 461 females. The village has 188 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 747 literate and 195 illiterate residents. Additionally, 269 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patanapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 942 | 481 | 461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 52 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 139 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 747 | 410 | 337 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 71 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Patanapur
Patanapur 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 Patanapur
Patanapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Patanapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhubaneswar to Patanapur is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Patanapur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patanapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patanapur 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 Patanapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patanapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Patanapur
Where is Patanapur located?
Patanapur village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patanapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Patanapur is Sujanpur.
What is the pincode of Patanapur?
The pincode of Patanapur is 752015.
What is the population of Patanapur?
Patanapur has a total population of 942, including 481 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Patanapur?
There are 188 households in Patanapur.
What is the literacy rate in Patanapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patanapur is 79.30%. Male literacy is 85.24% and female literacy is 73.10%.