Pateligan - Nimapada, Puri
Pateligan is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Dhaleswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pateligan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pateligan is 408963. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 752106 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Pateligan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pateligan
As per Census 2011, Pateligan village has a total population of 545 people, consisting of 282 males and 263 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 450 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pateligan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 545 | 282 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 29 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 450 | 239 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 43 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Pateligan
Pateligan 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 Pateligan
Pateligan 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Pateligan is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Pateligan is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pateligan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pateligan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pateligan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pateligan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pateligan
Where is Pateligan located?
Pateligan village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pateligan?
The Gram Panchayat of Pateligan is Dhaleswar.
What is the pincode of Pateligan?
The pincode of Pateligan is 752106.
What is the population of Pateligan?
Pateligan has a total population of 545, including 282 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Pateligan?
There are 131 households in Pateligan.
What is the literacy rate in Pateligan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pateligan is 82.57%. Male literacy is 84.75% and female literacy is 80.23%.