Patabandha - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Patabandha is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kalyansinghpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patabandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patabandha is 425563. The village covers a total geographical area of 146 hectares and falls under the 765016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Patabandha 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 Patabandha
As per Census 2011, Patabandha village has a total population of 268 people, consisting of 123 males and 145 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 1,178 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 34 literate and 234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 267 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patabandha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 268 | 123 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 267 | 122 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 101 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Patabandha
Patabandha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Purunabhata | North-West | 0.89 km |
| Talaguda | West | 0.99 km |
| Loharasahi | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Poiguda | North | 1.25 km |
| Kandhaparidiguda | East | 1.36 km |
| Lokaguda | West | 1.45 km |
| Rautaparidiguda | South | 1.46 km |
| Binisipur | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Garudaguda | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Badaduarsahi | North-West | 1.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patabandha
Patabandha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sikarpai, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Patabandha is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Patabandha 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 Patabandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patabandha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Patabandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patabandha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Patabandha
Where is Patabandha located?
Patabandha village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patabandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Patabandha is Kalyansinghpur.
What is the pincode of Patabandha?
The pincode of Patabandha is 765016.
What is the population of Patabandha?
Patabandha has a total population of 268, including 123 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Patabandha?
There are 71 households in Patabandha.
What is the literacy rate in Patabandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patabandha is 12.69%. Male literacy is 17.89% and female literacy is 8.28%.