Phatamunda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Phatamunda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chancharaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phatamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phatamunda is 425201. The village covers a total geographical area of 202 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Phatamunda 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 Phatamunda
According to the 2011 Census, Phatamunda village had a total population of 177 people, including 76 males and 101 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,329 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.04%, with male literacy at 74.07% and female literacy at 46.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 167.
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 | 177 | 76 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 70 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 40 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 36 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Phatamunda
Phatamunda 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 Phatamunda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Phatamunda. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Phatamunda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Rayagada to Phatamunda is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Phatamunda is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phatamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phatamunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Phatamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phatamunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phatamunda
Where is Phatamunda located?
Phatamunda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phatamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Phatamunda is Chancharaguda.
What is the pincode of Phatamunda?
The pincode of Phatamunda is 765019.
What is the population of Phatamunda?
Phatamunda had a total population of 177, including 76 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Phatamunda?
Phatamunda had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phatamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phatamunda was 57.04%. Male literacy was 74.07% and female literacy was 46.59%.