Patasandha - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Patasandha is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Hanumantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patasandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patasandha is 425098. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Patasandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patasandha
According to the 2011 Census, Patasandha village had a total population of 74 people, including 39 males and 35 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 10.53%, with male literacy at 14.81% and female literacy at 6.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 74.
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 | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 35 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Patasandha
Patasandha 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 Patasandha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Patasandha.
| 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 Gudari to Patasandha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Patasandha is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patasandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patasandha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Patasandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patasandha 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 Patasandha
Where is Patasandha located?
Patasandha village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patasandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Patasandha is Hanumantpur.
What is the pincode of Patasandha?
The pincode of Patasandha is 765026.
What is the population of Patasandha?
Patasandha had a total population of 74, including 39 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Patasandha?
Patasandha had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patasandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patasandha was 10.53%. Male literacy was 14.81% and female literacy was 6.67%.