Patalamba - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Patalamba is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 91 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kurli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patalamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patalamba is 425313. The village covers a total geographical area of 158 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Patalamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patalamba
According to the 2011 Census, Patalamba village had a total population of 80 people, including 33 males and 47 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,424 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 0.00%, with male literacy at 0.00% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 80.
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 | 80 | 33 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 33 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 33 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Patalamba
Patalamba 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 Patalamba
Patalamba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Patalamba.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Patalamba is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Patalamba is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patalamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patalamba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patalamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patalamba 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patalamba
Where is Patalamba located?
Patalamba village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patalamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Patalamba is Kurli.
What is the pincode of Patalamba?
The pincode of Patalamba is 765019.
What is the population of Patalamba?
Patalamba had a total population of 80, including 33 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Patalamba?
Patalamba had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patalamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patalamba was 0.00%. Male literacy was 0.00% and female literacy was 0.00%.