Patharkata - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Patharkata is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Badajhada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patharkata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patharkata is 410195. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Balugaon is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Patharkata 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 Patharkata
According to the 2011 Census, Patharkata village had a total population of 149 people, including 80 males and 69 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.88%, with male literacy at 81.94% and female literacy at 64.52%.
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 | 149 | 80 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 59 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 21 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Patharkata
Patharkata 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 Patharkata
Patharkata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Balugaon to Patharkata is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Patharkata is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patharkata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patharkata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Patharkata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patharkata 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Patharkata
Where is Patharkata located?
Patharkata village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patharkata?
The Gram Panchayat of Patharkata is Badajhada.
What is the pincode of Patharkata?
The pincode of Patharkata is 752032.
What is the population of Patharkata?
Patharkata had a total population of 149, including 80 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Patharkata?
Patharkata had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patharkata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patharkata was 73.88%. Male literacy was 81.94% and female literacy was 64.52%.