Patelikuda - Pipili, Puri
Patelikuda is a village situated in the Pipili tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pipili and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Pubasasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patelikuda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patelikuda is 408671. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 752104 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Patelikuda 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 Patelikuda
According to the 2011 Census, Patelikuda village had a total population of 488 people, including 252 males and 236 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.83%, with male literacy at 96.44% and female literacy at 84.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 488 | 252 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 396 | 217 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 35 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Patelikuda
Patelikuda 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 Patelikuda
Patelikuda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Patelikuda.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhubaneswar to Patelikuda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Patelikuda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patelikuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patelikuda 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patelikuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patelikuda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Patelikuda
Where is Patelikuda located?
Patelikuda village is located in Pipili Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patelikuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Patelikuda is Pubasasan.
What is the pincode of Patelikuda?
The pincode of Patelikuda is 752104.
What is the population of Patelikuda?
Patelikuda had a total population of 488, including 252 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Patelikuda?
Patelikuda had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patelikuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patelikuda was 90.83%. Male literacy was 96.44% and female literacy was 84.83%.