Patharganja - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Patharganja is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Budhibar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patharganja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patharganja is 410212. The village covers a total geographical area of 495 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Rambha is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Patharganja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patharganja
According to the 2011 Census, Patharganja village had a total population of 1,150 people, including 608 males and 542 females, living in 231 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.54%, with male literacy at 91.93% and female literacy at 72.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 185.
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 | 1,150 | 608 | 542 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 75 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 78 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 832 | 490 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 118 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Patharganja
Patharganja 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 Patharganja
Patharganja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rambha to Patharganja is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Patharganja is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patharganja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patharganja 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 Patharganja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patharganja 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patharganja
Where is Patharganja located?
Patharganja village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patharganja?
The Gram Panchayat of Patharganja is Budhibar.
What is the pincode of Patharganja?
The pincode of Patharganja is 752032.
What is the population of Patharganja?
Patharganja had a total population of 1,150, including 608 males and 542 females.
How many households are there in Patharganja?
Patharganja had 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patharganja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patharganja was 82.54%. Male literacy was 91.93% and female literacy was 72.00%.