Patua - Lathikata, Sundargarh
Patua is a village situated in the Lathikata tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Brahmani Tarang and around 120 km from Sundargarh. Bad-dalki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patua is 384598. The village covers a total geographical area of 1014 hectares and falls under the 769004 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Patua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patua
As per Census 2011, Patua village has a total population of 2,028 people, consisting of 1,022 males and 1,006 females. The village has 450 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,205 literate and 823 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,856 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,028 | 1,022 | 1,006 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 139 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 47 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,856 | 943 | 913 |
| Literate Population | 1,205 | 719 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 823 | 303 | 520 |
Nearby Villages of Patua
Patua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baddalaki | West | 2.49 km |
| Badmaroni | East | 3.16 km |
| Sanmareni | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Kenduberini | North | 3.28 km |
| Goilo | North-West | 3.63 km |
| Baunsjhad | North-West | 3.72 km |
| Musapali | West | 4.88 km |
| Ranto | North | 4.97 km |
| Benuam | South-East | 5.15 km |
| Birida | East | 5.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patua
Patua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Champajharam, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Patua is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Patua is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patua
Where is Patua located?
Patua village is located in Lathikata Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patua?
The Gram Panchayat of Patua is Bad-dalki.
What is the pincode of Patua?
The pincode of Patua is 769004.
What is the population of Patua?
Patua has a total population of 2,028, including 1,022 males and 1,006 females.
How many households are there in Patua?
There are 450 households in Patua.
What is the literacy rate in Patua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patua is 59.42%. Male literacy is 70.35% and female literacy is 48.31%.